Rikei ga Koi ni Ochita no de Shoumei shitemita.

Brilliant scientist Shinya Yukimura was at his desk one morning when his female colleague, the beautiful Ayame Himuro, declared that she was in love with him. Dumbfounded by her assertion, Yukimura asked for evidence of her love. She couldn't give a definite answer, but both being scientists, they decided to try and mathematically prove their love for one another using tried and tested mathematical algorithms. Now, if you're like me, you'll be absolutely blown away by that premise. I mean, a guy and a girl trying to 'solve' love using math? I don't like the subject, but I was certainly intrigued. Unfortunately, it turns out that the exciting premise is where the fun ends. This was a romantic comedy, but I didn't really care about the romance and I didn't find many moments genuinely funny. I found this to be a bit of a bore. That said, it did have its funny moments and the mini math lessons in each episode was well done meaning you'd at least learn a thing or two while watching it. Hence, as an intriguing look into how two individuals can perhaps mathematically solve the conundrum that is love, it makes a somewhat compelling case, but as a romantic comedy anime with protagonists you're supposed to root for, it fell flat in my opinion. I personally wouldn't recommend this unless you're a die hard slice of life fan.

Fundamentally the story is setting out to see if love can be quantified into a number or data and while that is okay from an overarching plot point of view the whole time is spent quantify anything. Don’t forget about the first part of that sentence the overall plot is about quantify love and in order to do that they need to subject themselves (and others for better results) to finding out about love and this is done especially well making the whole story feel like one solid piece which is great. But the story gets a little bit carried away with this and quantifies and explains nearly everything and it’s mostly completely unnecessary. For example one explained every single detail of what happened in the episode before, while insightful it explained normal things that you would pick up in any other romance-comedy and then explain the exact same thing at least three more times (this make me feel a little stupid). During the show, a skit featuring a character ‘Rikehuma’ who is a bear takes charge and explains the science behind some of the terms (jargon) and scientific theories used in the show (shout out to Momo Asakura for some great voice acting for Rikehuma). This is a nice feature overwise a lot of the ideas the story is using is lost and an already hard to understand story would be even harder to understand (there is a couple of moments I would question whether it’s using a real theory or making it up, there are grey areas). This need to quantify everything does work as it’s building to a larger picture, but I would like it to focus more on that than stop in the middle of a episode to explain to me some random scientific theory that would be used again. I think this part of the story is nicely thought out but is done too many times during the series that dampens any final conclusion. As it’s romantic comedy you need for the show to be funny and/or romantic while this has that is not funny and/or romantic all the time. This some from the fact is story mostly uses the same setup in both the comedy aspect by having a character perform (mainly) one gag each and they all serve a purpose in the romantic aspect too but again only a single part is used. A different way to think about it would be if a chef only cooked the same meal over and over again, they would be really good at cooking that meal but after a while you would get fed up with it. The show is the same as the ideas is uses are nice, but they just go stale or nowhere. The start is good, and the end of the show is good but it’s largely the middle is little dry. That said overall is not bad if you don’t mind a few repeated jokes and a slow romantic build-up (very slow) as the start sets up the whole show and the end takes everything in the past episodes and uses all of it to make a nice last episode. The humour is a little hard to understand as it’s using a workplace humour that given the setting (scientists) very few are going to understand it (que the explanations) that while it can be funny I think to would be better if it was toned down just a little bit. The humour biggest problem is that there is a lot of set up of a joke meaning a lot of time is spent on something with little payoff and the romance has similar problems too. When something new or different appears is really well though out (much like the whole story) but you get to a point you get to see that again and then again, which can make the more stronger moments for the romance feel lost and without and impact where in fact they had a strong impact on the whole story at large. Although the romantic elements of the show happen but oddly the show doesn’t really highlight it you have to pay attention to little things in the series to see that, so the romantic aspect is fairly solid because of that but it’s not that obvious. It’s just that while something might be good it’s unlikely to still be good after repeating it several times, but it is well thought out. It properly goes with saying but all the main cast are scientists at Saitama University all studying in various fields all in science when one day randomly they set out to see if they could prove love. As stated above all the characters have a single gag and a role to play as the characters mainly don’t really move on from there but it works. It’s only sticks in its own world, again nothing wrong with that but during parts of the story when they are outside their own world it feels a little stereotypical (one character is presented as a villain for no reason at all). Characters play their part well but after a while they can become a bit boring and annoying, but again much like in the last section while you have is issue, they are still very well thought out and theirs some good character design. Despite all that the series really isn’t that bad. It doesn’t standout for either the comedy or the romance (as explained above) nor it did anything differently. Due to that is a fairly solid show for every bad point there is a good point for it and because it doesn’t standout from being that different (in essence all series are different even if they are the same overall) with a solid main plot, a nice opening and ending sequence, a set of strong well-crafted characters and well thought out story and humour. It’s become a very enjoyable show to watch. But due to respective nature that starts from the first episode and it could do with a bit more romance and self-restraint when using jargon it’s a bit lost. Overall it’s a good show but not without faults.

"Science Fell in Love, So I Tried to Prove It" is exactly what it means -- two science-inclined people fall in love with each other, and since feelings like love aren't scientific and basically go against everything they stand and study for, they felt that it was only appropriate for them to conduct thorough research to find out whether their claims of being in love with each other can be proven or not. It's basic knowledge to know how it's just impossible to limit the definition and circumstances needed for one to 'fall in love'. However, Yukimuro and Himuro (especially Himuro -- I love her, she's so cute) do not see that as impossible and take on the challenge. The two of them are so cute and dense that it's aggravating and heartwarming at the same time. If you're looking for a light and fun anime series to watch, Rikekoi is quite a good option to consider.

Just the romcom I needed this season. Interesting, funny and clever. Honestly the whole cast are such great characters, even if they might be a little cliche. You can get a good laugh out of this show as well as learn some knowledge about sciences and the "science type". The teddy bear provides a lot of useful information and you might just learn something useful. We get a confession in the first episode, and throughout the series I just felt like Kanade, like "Just get married already!" But throughout the 12 episode run I did not feel bored at all and the experiments were just interesting enough to keep me engaged.

WONDERFUL! ☆ This show is very endearing in nature, as the mains attempt to navigate their feelings for each other by using quantifiable evidence to prove their big and confusing emotions. Something so unconventional yet so fun to see as we watch them pick their brains in the most annoyingly quirky, nerdiest way possible. This is extremely charming and relatable. The educational aspects of the show are helpful if youre thirsty for knowledge. ☆ This is the perfect depiction of slow-burn rage bait with a unique comedic twist that is often frustrating in the most engaging way possible. ☆ The friendship the supporting char. have with the mains is captivating as they all try to come together and help them with their comically absurd experiments and in times when the mains seek personal advice.

the anime is colorful, stimulating and has a reality index of 69% , characters who shut down their love confession for scientifically proving it first might not have progression in romance but this series tend to prove otherwise, character designs were quite captivating and the character development for main lead was quit constantly increasing throughout the series and the graph for romance-related-character-development would have 4 variable anomaly on the slop supporting lead also had quite engaging role and weren't boring also had relatable characteristics the story itself was unique but only 25% predictable and art style fits the genre the characters were immersive and relatable and reacted to situation and problems 52% realistically the comedy and hilariousness will surely make it worth the time

The anime totally nails what you’d expect from the synopsis, with plenty of laughs, excitement, and that cozy, feel-good vibe that romcoms usually have. While a deep romance history wasn’t expected, the anime does a great job of bringing a heartwarming sense of joy. What really sets it apart is its storyline featuring “science types,” which is super fresh and original. It doesn’t get a perfect 10 because it’s not a masterpiece, but it scores high for keeping its promises from the get-go. I was really hoping to see more of the second “couple” story that was unfolding on the second plane. But what can we expect from 12 episodes? If you’re not looking for an anime that’ll make you think and change your mind, but you just want something to relax with, this is the one for you. BONUS if you work in a lab, you’ll definitely relate to many of the situations described in the workplace.

What a unique plot for a romance anime. But I'll be honest, this is nothing that I expected for a romance anime. Everything that happens in this anime is just generally typical. Everything else was nothing special. But the science and the plot of the anime are the only one that makes it different than other romance anime. If I had to see it from a Romance perspective, I don't like it. The comedy was good, the science combined with romance was good, but the romance wasn't. I must say it's too generic and I can see the same romance plot on every. single. romance. anime. Such a disappointment for a really good idea for a romance anime. Another plus point goes to the visuals. I really like the art style, and how the anime presented the graphics to the viewer. Though, I don't wanna say this anime is good for everyone.

As a romance anime fan, I was sold on the premise alone - who wouldn't want to watch a show about scientists trying to prove love through data? Shinya and Ayame's partnership is pure magic. Their banter is witty, their experiments are hilarious, and their chemistry is undeniable. I loved how the show pokes fun at traditional rom-com tropes while still delivering a heartwarming love story. The animation is bright and cheerful, the soundtrack is infectious, and the supporting cast is equally lovable. I appreciated how the characters' quirks and flaws make them relatable and human. What truly sets this show apart is its lighthearted approach to love. It's not sappy or melodramatic; instead, it's a delightful exploration of love's intricacies. I'm still grinning thinking about the characters' misadventures and triumphs. If you're in the mood for a fun, feel-good anime with a dash of science and humor, give this a try! Just be prepared for some delightfully cringeworthy moments.

This show Is more of a comedy than a romance Though it is okay Show consists of the main characters trying to see if they’re in love with each other when obviously they are them they are oblivious and want to see science can prove it hence the title The cast and the characters are okay, but that’s as far as it goes just okay Do you recommend if you watch this to It’s probably better as a background show whilst you’re doing other stuff that being said it can be enjoyed if you are into the sciences Understand the science work, but if you’re looking for your generic romcom, this probably won’t be the one for you but then again it could Conclusion, 6 out of 10 It was fine

ENG: I have a serious problem with this anime, and they are all things that bother me but not enough to not watch it T he problem is that I don't think anyone would enjoy this anime The jokes try to be too clever and then explain it to you with a bear that I dislike horribly The plot does not advance at all until the last episodes (the plot is only activated in episode 9) and all this is thanks to the inclusion of a new character who, if he were not there, would have given the series a terrible rating, the reason why I have a 6 it is thanks to her And really, what I love most about the anime is the ending, which consists of the last 4 episodes where everything moves at a fast pace and there is a lot of love drama, being the best decision of the series so far writing this review I would watch the 2nd season but I'm afraid it will be much worse than the first and it would make my brain fall out of my ear. ESP: Ok, ok, este anime tiene algo... Que sinceramente no me gusta, y basicamente me extendere en todas sus fortalezas y debilidades que almenos a mi me parecen graves Empecemos por lo que me parece mas grave, el anime a pesar de ser una Rom-com los chistes que hace utilizan un humor demasiado basado en no entenderlo y me molesta La trama es lenta y realmente no pasa nada interesante, hasta recien los episodios finales (osea desde el 9no episodio) se mueven un poco las cosas con un nuevo personaje, entonces todo se siente relleno hasta ese momento De paso esta el problema de que los protagonistas son aburridos y el objetivo principal de la serie se tiene claro, el problema son los procesos, los cuales son demasiado aburridos y requieren que conozcas cosas con anterioridad para disfrutarlo, porque luego esta el problema de que el ritmo del capitulo se ve interrumpido por un oso rosa que me cae mal Algo que hace bien el anime es el final, los ultimos 4 episodios son buenisimos y me encantan pero porque el resto de la serie son somniferos en comparacion No quiero ver la segunda temporada ahora pero talvez algun dia

Overall, if this show looks interesting or funny at all to you, I would recommend trying it out. It does a great job of centering its comedic strength while getting me psyched to go read research papers. ------------------------------------------------- This show had me laughing my ass off within two minutes of it starting. So many great bits are scattered throughout. The direction really does them justice: consistently picking a tasteful amount of subtlety, but leveraging the audio and visual elements to add to a scene. In particular, the use of on-screen information and equations which is not redundant with dialogue is very effective - so many rom-coms feel cheap and disposable because they constantly insult the viewer's intelligence, dithering away the minutes. The finale of the series uses these elements of direction to an especially fantastic degree, and does so by building on information established many episodes beforehand! Kanade's story in the final arc was unexpected and much welcome. The show actually pulls off some pretty solid writing, contrasting the older and more assuredly eccentric Yukimura with Kanade, who is primarily seeking social approval. Their dynamic in these episodes shows the care that exists in their senpai-kouhai relationship and what they have to learn from each other (without demeaning either of their approaches to life), all while being true to both of their characters, building a tense and entertaining scene, and even tying in with the larger conflict for the arc! Such continuity is rare in rom-coms, and it just makes me love the show more - especially that 'Adult Cast' genre tag. I wish we would see it more often in rom-coms. My biggest gripe with the show is, as many others have stated, the character who is introduced late in the series to create artificial and unnecessary conflict. The ridiculous personalities of our lovable main characters are established bit-by-bit over the course of the season, endearing us through comedic moments and heartfelt backstory. By contrast, this new character has none of that, giving her a ridiculous motivation with none of the justification (hence "artificial"). Perhaps the only saving grace of her inclusion is that she can largely be ignored. There is already a much more organic conflict which is allowed to build and resolve without much intervention on her part. It's a blessing that she isn't on-screen for long, but the conclusion would have been much tighter without her (hence "unnecessary"). Other small points: - The voice acting has some stand out comedic moments, really making it feel like a production made with love. - The OP and ED are quite beautiful, once again leveraging less expensive to produce equations and CG in a way that looks entirely cohesive. It's great to see what must have been a modestly budgeted show with such care and craft, showing the staff's resource efficiency.

tl;dr: A really well made rom-com anime with very unique romance and humor. This anime starts off with a woman named Himuro telling Yukimura that she thinks she’s in love with him. Yukimura responds by asking on what basis Himuro came to this conclusion, and demands evidence that proves that she’s in love with him. And because both of them are students pursuing master’s degrees in data science with incredibly exaggerated personalities, rather than Himuro slapping Yukimura, instead they both decide to pursue research on establishing an evidence based means of determining whether one is in love. This sounds ridiculous, and it completely is. Love is something that is incredibly difficult to quantify. And that’s why it’s so amusing trying to see the main couple in this anime try so hard. The two don’t actually behave like real scientists, rather more like caricatures of ones. There certainly are scientists that when pressed will agree that everything in life can be explained through numbers, but I doubt there are many, if any, that actively live their lives based on that. Still, while they are exaggerated for comedic effect, it’s not in a mean way that’s trying to look down on scientists or anything like that, but rather just a way to make larger than life characters because they’re a lot more amusing that way. They attempt to prove the existence of love in a lot of different ways. Some of these are through objective data gathering, such as based on measurements of heartrate, blood pressure, and hormone levels (oxytocin) in different situations as well as subjective data gathering such as tallies of how when and to what degree certain characters experienced a certain feeling or emotion. These experiments have some resemblance to how actual experiments and data analysis is done, at times explaining things like significant figures or the difference between active and passive controls, but they’re just close enough to bring up topics relating to the actual thing while not actually being anywhere close. But that’s okay because the goal of these isn’t to actually come up with an actual way to prove that one is in love with another, which is well beyond the scope of a simple manga, but rather to just have comedic hijinks filled with romantic fluff centered around science themed motifs. And in that it manages to do incredibly well. The anime is hilarious with a good amount of variety to the comedy too, wherein most of it is centered around the main characters being overtly logical and scientific in regards to matters and situations that aren’t usually handled in such a manner, but there’s a good variety to said situations. There’s also some really solid romantic fluff which showcases both of the main characters really positively and showcases they have really good, although also very unique, chemistry with each other which makes it really easy to get invested in their relationship and it’s progress. While it doesn’t handle the actual experimentation all that well, a lot of what it describes tangentially it describes decently well, wherein it obviously doesn’t have time to properly explain things like the travelling salesman problem, but it explains them well enough that how these concepts are integrated into the comedy makes sense and allows for the use of pretty unique humor. These explanations are usually asides where a talking bear tries to describe things while talking down to the viewer for the sake of comedy, the humor on which is also decent. Furthermore, while the explanations aren’t complete, they’re enough to jog your memory if you’re already familiar with the concepts and enough to look up things and read up on them if you’re not, so it does fine within the scope of what it has time to do. Also, while it isn’t a completely accurate depiction of academia, being way too lighthearted and positive, it does manage to get a lot of aspects right. The particular scene that showed a student getting crushed during a research presentation was uncomfortably nostalgic. There’s a decent cast beyond the main couple, the majority of whom are pretty normal and work well as tsukkomi for the main couple and their hijinks. The majority of that comes from the seemingly almost completely normal Kanade, who does a good job of highlighting all the abnormalities while also dealing with her own issues regarding her own research. There’s also another subtle romance going on in the background with two other characters, Ibarada and Inukai, a relationship that’s incredibly different from the main couple and not anywhere near as clear, but due to how amusing both of them are it’s amusing nevertheless. Ibarada is also interesting beyond that because she’s as smart as, if not smarter than the main couple but has more common sense and is also mischievous, traits which combined she uses to push the various characters in amusing directions. The plot is mainly just a series of random hijinks, being focused solely on comedy. There are some overarching plot threads throughout however, mainly ones involving the main couple but a few with the side characters as well, that slowly build up over time and culminate in the last three episodes. This finale is the type that gets overdramatic in order to try to provide an epic finale that feels like a proper finale, even though that deviates tremendously from the tone of the rest of the series. This unfortunately results in a lot of forced drama in typical anime fashion, but the climax it’s all building up to was handled incredibly well, pretty much perfectly, so overall I’d say it was worth it in the end. Thus, overall I’m incredibly satisfied with the ending and was left with an incredibly favorable impression of the season. The art and animation are really solid and used pretty well. Character designs are pretty great considering the limitations imposed by the grounded setting. The OP and ED are both solid in terms of visuals and songs, and how the songs were used as insert songs in the final episode was also handled really well and left me with a more positive impression of both of them. The soundtrack outside of that was decent but not particularly memorable.

Good anime but not good enough,im gonna give it 8,13 for it; Story; 8,07 Telling a couple lovebirds who are too obsessed with science so they can't define love. Telling the story of the couple defining love through science. To be honest, from the concept it can be said that it's ridiculous because basically things related to feelings are difficult to define let alone prove. Through this anime In terms of the nature of romance, which is the main genre, it is no different from other romance anime, which is the hallmark of this anime, only a few times they slip scientific facts which I personally don't like because I'm an social person rather than science. Characterization; 8,35 Honestly, what's good about the characterizations in this anime are the supporting characters because they are still sane hahahahaa. Design; 7,88 A research lab that is quite unique because there are thugs inside hahahahaa. Talking about design can be said to be normal because the attributes that are often shown are only lab coats. But related to waifu material things,ngl Himuro and Kanade are fuckin georgeus. Visual; 8,23 Lovable characters design as well as visual consistency that holds up well are the factors that support the assessment. However, I feel that this value is already the right value for visual assessment. Audio; 8,16 Amamiya Sora's voice is great, the opening song is good, the ending is also solid. The quality of the voiceovers and sound effects are just right, but ordinary. I think that's more or less what I can conclude regarding this anime review

I saw this advertised a lot hence why I finally decided to give it a go, and I wasn’t expecting to like it as much as I did. It’s slow-paced, and though the science talk was a little much for me at times it was still a lot of fun. There is a fair amount of fan service, especially centred around Ayame, but even though she is sexualised it is easy to work around that and have fun with the overall plot/premise. You don’t have to take it too seriously as it is very light-hearted, and what little drama there was is easily resolved. Overall it was a little silly, a tad funny, but overall just good fun. If you need to switch off and have a vague interest in science/the scientific method, then I would definitely recommend it.

Science Fell In Love, So I Tried to Prove it was definitely not what I expected. The premise is simple: two graduate students (Ayame and Yukimura) are in love with each other, but due to their scientific minds, find that illogical. They decide to conduct experiments to see if their love is able to be proven. This concept is laughable, but the fact the two play it serious is what makes the jokes land. They get their fellow classmates to conduct the experiments, acting as the straight man. Kanade especially stands out as she is the most normal one who acts as a counter to Ayame and Yukimura's antics. Each episodes provides a new way to test their love, calculating every single part to an extreme degree. They act very much like characters from Big Bang Theory, though this provides more enjoyment. What makes this show great is that they both openly state their love early on; it can be such a pain watching anime after anime of two people (clearly in love) never admit their love after wasting 12 episodes barely making progress. The scientific couple are adults, which allows them to be more open despite their unique look on love. It is also refreshing to see an anime focused on college students who are in their 20s. For once, you can call Ayame hot without feeling weird since she's 22. The animation is a bit average which is never a big deal. The show does follow the cliche misunderstanding, but it is only done once and is thankfully rather short. Another comedic aspect to the show is Kosuke, an devote lover of a girl from a visual novel. I don't have much to say about him aside from that love he has, but he also provides comedy to the show, going so far as to making his big presentation about the choices and effects a visual novel provides. This show was an 8/10 for me at first, but the last episodes shot it up to a 9/10. Highly recommend this show.

This is probably one of the FUNNIEST romantic comedy anime I've watched in a long time! I have to start off with how pretty all the characters are and the way they each have quirks that make them hilarious and relatable to watch. The story was reasonably light, but the science jargon was a little excessive at times, so it took away from enjoying the romantic moments between Himuro and Yukimura. Nevertheless, I laughed till my sides hurt, sometimes pausing to take a moment to catch my breath, which is pretty damn rare! It definitely gets a little embarrassing sometimes, so you might find yourself looking away at the cringe, but it's not all that bad. I did not like the OP and skipped through the bear scenes (they explain 'scientific terms') because they were just stupid. I think the ending of the anime was cute, but it was a little cliche and I expected something a little different, considering how unique the love story between the two adorable nerds was. Though I loved the premise of the love story, I think emotional intelligence was severely lacking and I found myself unable to truly connect with Himuro and Yukimura, as they tried so hard to give logical explanations to their feelings and, at times, it became tiring to keep up with. Overall, an 8/10 for how HILARIOUS this show is, as well as how unique the love story is.

This is my very first review on MAL despite having been on an anime binging spree for the past few months. I will not be writing a long review here because there's not much to say about RikeKoi. RikeKoi is definitely not for everyone, and especially not for those who are looking for deep relationship issues or philosophical questions about life and romance. Don't expect an Oregairu or even a Kaguya-sama: Love is War clone. As the title suggests, what makes RikeKoi enjoyable for someone who recently graduated from university is the over-the-top absurdity of using science, math and empiricism to explain and prove the phenomenon of love between a couple. Every time you expect a normal conversation between a man and a woman when talking about love and romance, prepare to have your expectations subverted and find yourself laughing each time science is brought up in what would normally be a mundane conversation. If you're a simple nerd like me who understands some basic science and math, you'll find plenty of stuff to laugh about, but if you're a serious researcher who doesn't like science - and especially high-level scientific terms - to be tossed around and toyed with for comedic purposes, you'll be very disappointed. RikeKoi shines the brightest when it comes to comedy, not so much for romance which is very typical and may seem boring to some avid RomCom viewers. There are no deep moral and philosophical questions like you'd expect from Oregairu. RikeKoi is even rooted less in realism than Kaguya-sama: Love is War is. If there's something to learn about RikeKoi, it's that those in academia, especially assiduous researchers who are excessively attached to and focused on their work, should lay down those papers and enjoy life for once. Make friends, form relationships, go on a date, and enjoy the best of your life. Overall, I give RikeKoi a 10/10 based on enjoyment alone.

Two Science types fall in love and man... DO I love watching the anime of Big Bang Theory minus the annoying laugh tracks, pop culture references, and unlikable characters. This anime has 5 nerds. An over calculating scientist, a Female over calculating scientist with an acute awareness of her emotions, A normal scientist, An Otaku who can barely classify as a scientist, a short chaotic scientist, and a buff director who is (You guessed it) a scientist. Story: Picture a world that is just like our world... because it is. 2 Scientists meet in a room. A man and a woman. The woman, Himuro, claims she may have romantic feelings for her colleague, Yukimura. Yukimura isn't sure if it is romantic feelings they share or not. Neither is she. THEY PROPOSE TO QUANTIFY THE HUMAN EMOTION OF LOVE AND DETERMINE IF THEY ARE INFACT IN LOVE! Ok, sounds dumb. However, this is actually pretty funny with one minor annoyance. There is a bear that explains terms you may not understand. Other than that. Amazingly hilarious. I, again, watched this in English and hearing Best Boy Naofumi as Yukimura, I was giddy. Watch these two idiotic geniuses try to figure out if you can put a formula to love and fail hilariously. Art - 8. It's solid. Sound - 10. Kosuke has a hype ass theme! Characters - 8. Kosuke has a hype ass theme! His character is kinda... meh. Enjoyment - I can't allow you to base this on my claims. As an intellectual you must conduct your own research and watch it. 10/10. Overall - I give it an 8. Take my word for it. Hypocrite - 100