Dosanko Gal wa Namara Menkoi

Weak. Just weak. You have a blonde gyaru with a funny accent, that should already be a massive win, so I don't understand how it's possible to mess this up this badly, but here it is. The whole show is like a broken record. Guy meets up with gyaru, they eat something, "UMAAAAAAAAA~~!", guy gets embarrassed, the end. This is every single episode of this show. If you ever had the feeling anime (especially slice of life) is running off of a template, this will amplify that feeling 10x, except the template is only 1 page long. It's just a waste of time and that's coming from the guy who's very easy to please with just "haha funny booba sound effect" moments. It's not thought provoking, it's not cute (enough), no CGDCT, it's not even lewd, it does not even have comfy feel-good moments that any slice of life should have. The most you get out of this anime is one snippet worthy scene with the gyaru's mom. Otherwise it's so repetitive it gets annoying.

Not to make anyone feel old, but one of the rituals I remember the most as a child was taking trips to the mall with my dad back in the late 2000’s. I didn’t get a chance to see him too often, but at the time, our little tradition was going to GameStop and getting me whatever cheap DS games could fall under their buy 2 used games get 1 half off scheme. It meant a lot to me at the time since I was obsessed with video games and played my DS constantly. Now, the result of this practice was, in reality, just bombarding me with a deluge of low budget, hardly notable experiences that I ended up selling after a few years anyway. I love my dad, but half the time those games were so boring that once I got inevitably stuck, I became far too disinterested in continuing—Or, if I did finish them, they clearly weren’t enthralling enough to remember. For much of its run, I was ready to write off Dosanko Gal Wa Namara Menkoi as an experience very akin to the majority of my bloated, turn of the decade DS catalogue. However, I think this show is just a modicum above that—and as such, deserves something longer than a two sentence blurb on my list I’ll read again in two years. Let me start with a factual statement, I fucking love gals. I only recently became aware that I was a devout follower of the gyaru religion, but since then it’s been consistently on my mind. A subculture centered around embracing feminine aesthetics to a holistic extent, obsessed with self-expression and unburdened by the demure shame that’s brute forced onto many Japanese women, what’s not to love about it? While sometimes in real life gyaru are lurid enough as to be unpleasant or even garish, the inevitable self-confidence that comes from constantly oscillating between popular and freakish depending on context and age will always be appealing to me. In short, gyaru dare to be bold. And even though gyaru culture has been bottomed out to the extent where you can’t really consider it a “movement” anymore, gyaru have left enough of an impression on the Japanese psyche to consistently show up in their media. While I can’t necessarily point to when or why, in the last decade gyaru have inundated slice of life anime and manga. There’s this joke referenced in Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu that gals are nice to otaku, and maybe that was alluding to some kind of popular 5channel meme which bubbled to the surface amidst the intellectual discussions about hentai and posting unsolicited comments about the Chinese, who knows? Either way, it’s now manifested to a point where there’s not only one romance anime specifically about gyaru related characters, but like five or something? In this case, gyaru are used as general devices to bridge the “hick” culture of Hokkaido Japan to a greater population, particularly those in metropolitan areas. If Dosanko Gal wa Namara Menkoi wanted to leave me believing that Hokkaido had cool stuff in it by the end of the season’s run, I think it succeeded. The show is filled with enough Hokkaido-oriented product placement and innocuous little cultural tidbits to build a sense of immersion. It can arguably be associated with the kind of exposition that sometimes bogs down a badass action manga like Golden Kamuy, but Dosanko Gals instead seeks to develop a sense of setting and familiarity with that setting, which well integrates into the narrative. When Akino or Fuyuki goes on about Soda or some shit, I’m actually listening and engaged. Because to some extent by learning about this cultural artifact from a region I’ve never been to tells me something about Akino and Fuyuki, and what their “home” means to them. Minami Fuyuki begins the story with a subtly debasing her denizenship of Hokkaido. However, in time with her interactions with the main character Tsubasa Shiki, she gains a greater appreciation for her hometown and herself. This inevitably leads to a greater interest in Tsubasa and the kind of person she wants to be, orienting the overall trajectory of her character arc, and serving as the basis for the budding romance between the main leads. I don’t want to mislead anyone into thinking this is KareKano or some shit, this is a fucking harem manga. Or, more accurately— this is a modern wish-fulfillment Reiwa era romcom contorted into some lethargic wish-fulfillment harem pretzel monster. The original author Kai Ikada, or some semi-shrewd midwit editor, astutely noticed that unless Dosanko Gal wa Namara Menkoi had some kind of narrative direction, the story was quickly going to stagnate lest the main couple got together immediately. The latter would’ve been far too bold for the relatively green mangaka, and the former would’ve inevitably frustrated the readershipbase which would’ve been the primrose expressway towards cancellation. So instead, Dosanko Gals introduces a few more girls that tap into specific gyaru niches to artificially inject “tension” into the narrative. It’s comes off disjointed like, whenever a harem character is introduced some goofy exaggerated manga bullshit happens that doesn’t match the tone of the first episode at all. Reiwa era romcoms tend to keep the actual scenarios relatively down to earth with minor exceptions, this story included. It’s still wish fulfillment—but there’s a dramatic difference between the Fuyuki flirting with Shiki in an igloo, and Rena, the smartest girl in the entire school—hugging the main character in his entry way for no discernable reason other than she thought his fit was super sugoi desu as a history nerd… this was their second interaction. I say all this, but I don’t think Rena is terrible per say. If this was a normal harem manga, I actually think she’d be a pretty decent addition (even if she has no chance of winning.) Additionally, it wouldn’t have been that hard to address my bitching because I don’t think the character writing is uniquely poor. If Dosanko Gal wa Namara Menkoi was actually a love triangle between Fuyuki, Tsubasa, and Sayuri Akino, I actually think Ikada could’ve gotten away with murder by completely changing the show’s genre. Call me basic if you want, but Akino is fucking cool. The way her personal arc intertwines with the other characters’ in a greater dramatic scenario is neat, for what it is. A gaming otaku who experiences a glow up and, despite her icy demeanor and awkward personality, stumbles into the popular kid crowd after falling in love with the transfer student from Tokyo, whom the most liked girl in class is clearly down bad for. While it probably wouldn’t be on some braindead top 10 romance anime listicle, the scenario would at least be interesting to play out. Unfortunately, because this series shoehorned in a harem along with its sorta-established quasi-subgenre, the show has to dedicate time to characters who shouldn’t matter (except for Fuyuki’s hot ass mom she should get even more attention. Fuck it, put her in the shitty harem, why not). Tsubasa is a pretty decent mc, as far as flaccid and tepid romcom men are concerned, and has good chemistry with both girls that I want to see go somewhere. And unlike with most harem manga, which tend to frontload their protagonists’ characterization so they can focus on the tits, even if Shiki’s backstory is left intentionally ambiguous, whatever happened to him seems like it had a real impact on his personality. And, I actually think there’s going to be follow through, which may or may not suck. And while I wouldn’t necessarily also use terms as harsh to describe other aspects of the show, it isn’t just the writing that’s left me with mixed feelings. While the backgrounds do a decent job at selling the atmosphere of northeastern Hokkaido in the middle of winter, Dosanko Gals visually leaves a lot to be desired. This is a by the numbers, bog standard, hardly passionate or innovative slice of life anime. The animation is never really impressive (if not often stilted), the digital compositing isn’t elevating any of the scenes, and don’t eve…

I've never been to Hokkaido before but upon doing some research, it's said the destinationis been known for "rich agriculture and seafood resources". Watching Hokkaido Gals Are Super Adorable made me wonder just how the gals in this show can make a reputation of their own. It begins on a cold freezing day when 16 year old Tsubasa Shiki meets Minami Fuyuki. It seems love at first sight. Unlike some traitional rom-coms, there's an overemphasis on their first meeting. The first episode spend a great deal of time on their chemistry. Despite coming from completely different backgrounds, the two are drawn towards each other like two peas in a pod. Some people may also compare their encounter like red strings of fate, a legend that two people are tied and destined to be together. The author wrote the story with their relationship in mind, and it's the core of the show. The creator of the series Kai Ikada is relatively unknown, a fresh face in the manga industry. Translating their work into anime medium should be celebrated as a major accomplishment. The spotlight shines on the super adorable gal konwn to us Minami. With a dazzling smile and sparkling personality, she turns heads from both genders. This is pretty much the anti-thesis of our male protagonist Tsubasa, who despite being an overachiever, tends to keep to himself. What happens when you pair these two up? The simple answer is a relationship based on curiousity and trust. The latter comes later once the two understands each other more. However, the first episode has a spellbinding opening in the cold weather of Hokkaido. It's almost bedazzling to see Minami dressed in such cold temperate. Mind you, she's in a skirt dressed casually and seemingly embracing the cold weather. My impression is Minami is protrayed as a larger than life character, at least compared to the rest of the cast. While I'm not entirely convinced how long their relationship can evolve or last, it's no understatement that the first episode makes a strong showing. It's probably the episode that get the audience hooked because we can find out so much about Minami just from her background and emotional expressions. That is, Tsubasa seems more like the underdog. The show later introduces other main girls such as Rena and Sayuri. To set them apart, Rena is protrayed as the opposite of our adorable gal. Reserved, serious, but can also sensitive, her relationship with Tsubasa starts off rocky but gradually improves. Somewhere in the middle is Rena, who is introduced as a shy yet talented girl. While these two characters are given on-screen time, their presence serve more as main supporting roles. Why you may ask? That's because Minami is given the greenlit to be the star. It's obvious from the beginning when she's protrayed as the poster girl. Sorry folks but if you're looking for Tsubasa building a relationship with others on the same level as Minami, then you'll be in for a disappointment. Nonetheless, this is a rom-com that doesn't take too many risks and settling for delivering an youthful experience. Our main characters are high school students who are just beginning to enter the age of adulthood. The show takes them to places besides the classroom walls and allowing them to experience what relationships are about. It's honestly very straighforward that uses common sense to tell its story and relationships. There's no deceptive twists or complex plot that throws the viewers off guard. To put it simply, it's a rom-com that gets straightforward as it can be. Obviously, you're going to see how characters experience human feelings that ranges from insecurity, jealousy, joy, awkwardness, anxiety, among others. The location of the show is part of the anime's title and it represents a bit more than just what it sounds. Hokkaido has beautiful scenery that is natural, and a visual feast to the eyes. This is mostly represented by cold climate and snowy weather throughout most of the season. It gets repetitive after awhile but ultimately gives an unique look to the setting. Similarly, each of the gals in the show have feminine features. Minami stands out the most as she has the classic 'gal' look. Unfortunately, Tsubasa's presence is always overshadowed because he is just too normal. Hokkaido Gals Are Super Adorable is a show that is exactly what it tries to be. Nothing overly complicated and down to earth for what it shows us. That of course, we meet the adorable girls of Hokkaido. Sometimes, a simple show like this can be enjoyable especially when it just uses common sense to tell a charming story.

To begin with, I disagree with the title (Hokkaido Girls are super adorable!) since the only female character type that appeared there is a gyaru (google it) and that is not what kind of beauty (it looks nice in the anime but in reality I would be ashamed to have such a girlfriend). Finally, a romance that takes place in winter (oh how I love winter). After all those summer and year-round anime where all seasons change in 12-24 ep., there is finally a purely winter affair. So that should be the introduction. I like it when romance takes place in winter, it is a beautiful season that unfortunately does not get much space on the scene, which is a shame for me, seeing a walk in the park when it is snowing is not seen very often, or a snowball fight, building a snowman, igloos and similar winter activities. (which wasn't shown here but could have) The only thing that ruined it for me was the MC (and the girls themselves, who I also didn't like) who is traditionally a dick and overall it's a shounen. I hate that they make the guys into such jerks, then I don't enjoy watching anime like that.

I think a more accurate rating from me for this cour would be a 5.5/10 stars. I've been reading this manga since about a year into its publication, and so I was looking forward to this anime, but as I watched it, I remembered how much I was not feeling the first part of the overall story, which has seen grown on me and I enjoy reading it every new chapter. The true strength of this story are the characters. They are warm, heartfelt, and welcoming. I find them easy to root for and easy to like. What made things a little meh meh for me was some of the storylines and pacing, but I think part of that might just simply be how far away I am from my high school days now. So it's hard for me to recommend this part of the story especially since I almost bailed on it when reading the manga, but I know what's coming and I know the overall scope fo things is really satisfying and that this anime experience will improve with each new part of the story if it receives more cours. So it's not worth skipping but it's a bit of a hassle to watch at times. That said, if you enjoy high school drama driven by hormones and emotions, then you're probably going to enjoy this. If you are looking for something a little bigger that digs a little deeper then you might want to skip it.

MASTERPIECE!!! PLEASE LET THERE BE A SEASON 2, it's the type of anime I enjoy it's very entertaining I would recommend it. the animation is wonderful, and the story itself is great It is the type of romcom that I would want to watch over and over again. others would enjoy this, the story is unique to other romcom anime, and I love the characters they are well likable. it warms my soul if you love romcom anime like me you will enjoy this, the plot and the story are just amazing. it made me tear up a little it only happens if the anime touches my heart i got invested in it i hope they create a second season please this anime is good in its own way original

Its pretty lighthearted and with some fun juicy moments never feels like they're overdoing it. The characters are each fun in their own way, and you grow to love them all. I would like to see another season Some nice depth in the characters and their relationships, and the comedy never feels overly dirty and does not focus much on ecchi to try and make it good, the drama is not over the top, and the comedy is good. Art style and character design is nice. Story not bad It was enjoyable Characters reacted to things in ways that felt real but different

This anime is what happens... or would happen... when a local tourist commission writes an anime. This is a bog-standard rom-com about a boy who moves to Hokkaido, meets a gyaru with stereotypically huge "assets", gets shown all of the local delights, including, to some degree, said gyaru, and then the typical romantic comedy happens. Make no mistake - the MC in this anime isn't Shiki or Minami, it's Hokkaido, or more accurately, Kitami. We get shown the mascots, get shown their local food and mint, even are taken to a rather lovely park with lots of very beautiful pink flowers. It's a beautiful anime, and it does do its job of showing Hokkaido off admirably. But that's really all it does. Shiki is a typical anime MC protagonist who overreacts to every situation even remotely involving a girl (but to his credit manages to recover pretty quickly). That gets really annoying. Can't we have an anime where the boy doesn't flip his lid whenever he gets a glimpse of flesh? And Minami is a bubbly, outgoing typical female big-breasted protagonist who likes the MC for some weird reason. And then there are the other female protagonists who seem to like the MC for a weird reason too. This is inexplicable, considering the only thing the male MC has going for him to distinguish him from any other bog-standard bland MC character is, he can play the piano. Now, as a pianist, I am biased to think that there are few pantsu-droppers quite as effective as being able to play the piano, but in reality, he has nothing else going for him - the fact that he's managed to snare (somewhat) at least three different female characters is inexplicable. But, Hokkaido wins in the end. It's not an awful anime. You could do worse. It does its job showing off Hokkaido, and as a side effect, being a generic rom-com without much to differentiate itself from any of the others. But you could do better, too.

I was searching for a light anime to unwind with between larger projects when I came across this one. Normally, I don't judge an anime by its title, but this one is exactly what you'd expect from the name. Just from the title alone, you'd anticipate a rather average anime, full of clichés and a predictable storyline. And honestly, that pretty much sums up "Dosanko Gal wa Namara Menkoi". The anime kicks off on a charming note with the main character Shiki, Tsubasa moving from Tokyo to Hokkaido, where he randomly stumbles upon a blonde gyaru called Fuyuki at a bus stop and befriends her. Fuyuki Minami embodies the typical gyaru stereotype in anime—large chest, constantly hungry, and flirty—but she admittedly has a certain appeal. Despite the numerous fan service sprinkled throughout the first few episodes, I found myself drawn into the story. However, that's when the problems begin, as the anime struggles to find a clear direction and identity. More characters are introduced, each fitting familiar stereotypes: the "gamer girl" called Akino, Sayuri who is socially awkward and the "perfect girl" Natsukawa, Rena with short hair, top grades, stunning looks, and a heavenly voice. The show starts leaning towards a harem setup, with the three "main" girls seemingly interested in Tsubasa, but it never fully commits to it. It's hard to describe, but the characters don’t behave as you'd expect. For instance, when the protagonist goes on a date with one of the girls, the other two randomly see them and decide to spy on the date. Not out of jealousy, but out of curiosity and a desire to learn more about the girl. The show fluctuates between genres, eventually leaning towards a traditional romance, with one girl seemingly gaining the upper hand, getting the most time with the main character and screen time. At the peak of their blossoming relationship, unnecessary drama and complications are introduced, which feels out of place and horribly forced. The following "resolution" of said complications is even more awkward, and then the anime fizzles out, ending in a way that’s confusing, unfulfilling, and ultimately disappointing. There’s actually quite a lot to enjoy as the voice cast is incredibly talented, featuring voice actors you might recognize from popular mainstream anime. The show has some genuinely romantic scenes, and the beautiful snowy setting of Hokkaido adds a charming atmosphere that’s easy to appreciate which elevates it a bit from being just average. However, that’s where the positives end. The anime is riddled with inconsistencies, plot holes, and lacks a coherent story and pacing. "Dosanko Gal wa Namara Menkoi" is decent for what it is but unfortunately keeps itself from becoming anything more, which is a bit disappointing. Still, it serves its purpose well as a light, in-between anime, perfect for turning off your brain and enjoying a slightly above-average romance albeit with a deflating and disappointing ending.

Dosanko Gal wa Namara Menkoi is an anime that delivers exactly what is expected of it. In this story we follow Shiki Tsubasa, a high school student who is moving from Tokyo to Hokkaido. Arriving there, he soon meets a beautiful girl named Fuyuki Minami who helps him with the challenge of adapting to the new environment. The story of this anime follows the pattern of animes of this genre: 1º a slightly shy protagonist with almost no personality, making it easier for the viewer to put themselves in the protagonist's shoes. 2º extremely beautiful girls, with breasts so big that they make you wonder how they manage to stand up and despite this they act as if they had never been praised for their beauty. Now you may be asking me: is this bad? I'll tell you no, it's not. Dosanko Gal wa Namara Menkoi does not reinvent the wheel and delivers what the public of this type of content wants and even in a much more satisfying and less offensive way than many other conventional anime out there. Many have already been through the protagonist's situation so it's easy to feel empathy for him and the fact that he doesn't have any major unpleasant characteristics makes this easier. The girls don't deviate too much from their archetypes but they take extremely out-of-character actions when they try to "flirt" and the quick fixation they all have with Tsubasa is typical of this type of anime but I legitimately liked most of them. I may not understand where so much love came from, but I really understand how the friendship came about, especially between Tsubasa, Fuyuki and Sayuri (another friend the protagonist makes in Hokkaido) In short, this anime was a pleasant surprise, not because it was revolutionary but because it did the basics efficiently. The girls are pleasant and the protagonist, despite not having a strong personality, is at least likable because he isn't an idiotic pervert with his new friends.

Watched on: 29–30 March 2025 Tsubasa, our protagonist, moves from Tokyo to a chilly Hokkaido, where he will find Minami, an energetic, really cute girl. So, this Shonen romance anime begins. Personally, I adore films, anime, or any bit of story that involves romance, I reckon in my life there has never been this sort of tension, but I am still believing that someday I will have it 😅. The progression of their friendship to love, with some emotional attachments, small jealousies, and heartwarming changes in behavior is slowly portrayed. There's even a little bit of a love triangle, not too overdramatic, of course. The best part?-it's not crammed with just too many characters so really you can relate to the main cast. 💖 Should You Watch It? If you like sweet slow-burn love stories, then this anime is a must-watch. I would probably rate it somewhere between a 7-9 out of 10 on all things, but for a romance lover like myself, I'd say, "10/10, that's all!" ❤️

Well this anime is ok but I hated the ending the main gyaru is ok but the otaku is best girl. Although the anime did hook me,in if it had uncensored ecchi I believe it would enhance the experience apart from the otaku, gyaru and the history buff all the other characters are under developed and boring. The reason I hate the ending is because of how anti climactic it is I understand that it's supposed to be a meta joke but it still made me annoyed and the gyaru didn't undergo any character development and she is like Nagataro (I have only watched the first episode of nagataro). So I guess the anime is ok but even though I have not finished many romance animes this is ok the best score I could give this is a 6.5/10 or a c+.

This anime is really wholesome and was a fun watch. It did have some fan service so if you aren't into that type of thing maybe you won't care for this anime as much but its not too overwhelming. I loved the characters and their relationships. The plot was fun and didn't have a lot of bland topics. The art style was pleasing, and made the characters be the center point. I hope this anime gets another season, but since its a romance anime I have a feeling that it was produced to promote the source material. I tend to rate things higher than most people but overall I loved the anime.

Dosanko gal is your usual shy, socially awkward and lame MC gets the hot girl and a harem series, but without a unique twist. It takes place in Hokkaido and all the characters are gyaru. Does it really do anything new? No. If you’ve seen one of these, you’ve seen them all. That said, it is entertaining at times and 2/3 girls are really good. If it were 5 years ago before I watched every seasonal every season, I’d probably rate Dosanko Gal higher and would have liked it more. Having seen so many of these types of shows now and in such recent seasons, it’s just hard to see how this separates itself from say, last season’s Kimizero. The MC steps off a bus and literally already has one of the hottest girls you can imagine come up to him and start simping. Within 3 episodes she’s in love and it’s just so convenient and perfect in the most boring way. Yea, the female lead is cute don’t get me wrong, but it’s hard to get emotionally invested in she and the MC’s inevitable relationship because of how contrived it feels. The other girls similarly fall in love with basically just by virtue of him existing. It’s a clear male wish fulfilment series and don’t get me wrong, I get the appeal of it. I love those myself, but I just felt this one was lacking the writing to make it engaging. 100kano and Megami terrace come to mind as examples of recent stories with harems that flesh out the characters and their motivations, and make the potential ships satisfying. Now, whether or not this show will be enjoyable will largely depend on how many recent seasonal romcoms you’ve seen, your tolerance for some usual romance cringe and also your feelings towards the girls. I think Sayuri and Fuyuki are really cute, but the third girl who was introduced at the end felt so undercooked. I’m sure she gets more fleshed out in the manga, but what we got here didn’t impress me much. As with most of these types of shows, the waifus are the best part and much more interesting than the MC. I was definitely more excited to get Sayuri and Fuyuki bonding moments than the MC and one of the girls. He just comes off as a cardboard cutout. The other big thing with this one is it’s one of the few series that takes place in Hokkaido and plays heavily into regional education and tourism promotion. Every episode feels like an ad for Hokkaido and I have no issue with that at all. Hokkaido is a beautiful place, second best in Japan after Kyūshu, and there’s not a lot of anime content with this setting. I enjoyed learning about Hokkaido food, traditions and regionalisms a lot. I actually think that was my favourite part of this anime along with Sayuri. So if you’re someone who’s into Japanese culture or just wants to learn about a new place, you can get some good info here. Overall Dosanko Gal is an ok anime. It’s not bad or horrible, I did enjoy watching it for the most part and I can understand why some people would hype and love it. It does have some cute girls and moments, but it just feels more of the same to me. Other than the Hokkaido setting, this could be 20 other anime. Yea, the all gyaru setting is nice, but I need a little more than that at this point. It was just too hard for me to take this show seriously at points. Dosanko Gal gets 6 out of 10.

Dosanko Gal is a cozy anime, it's filled with feel good vibes, a few ecchi moments ( very soft ones ), a bunch of lovable characters, and everyone is being kind towards each other etc... I think it's worth your time if you are looking for a light hearted harem/romcom show. I'll describe the positives and negatives of this anime without spoiling anything. The positives : + While the story isn't original at all, we can still praise it for the many wholesome moments it has, there's a big "happy" atmosphere in this anime it's enjoyable to watch good things happening to the characters, they help each other to overcome the few issues they can face etc... + The character designs are pretty good, and the other female main characters actually have better designs than the blonde gyaru, even her mom looks better/is more original + Along with the chara designs, there are a few details here and there that enhance the visual aspects of this anime ( the colors are nice aswell ), and this whole Hokkaido setting is a good excuse to depict wintery scenes, which we don't see that often. However... The negatives : - Regarding the technical aspect of the animation, I don't think the show really shines in that regard. There are many occurences where the main characters are the only things moving in the whole picture/landscape ( even when there are other passerbies in the scene ) and I know it's probably because the anime didn't have a big budget, but I think it's frequent enough to write it as a con. - The male MC Tsubasa isn't the worst type of mc we can find in harems, but he does have a few traits of the loser/virgin archetype where he'll blush over nothing, overreact etc... It's a shame because on the other hand, this MC manages to have his moments in some episodes, he could have been a better character without those stereotypes. All in all, Dosanko Gal was a pleasant experience and I think it will please every harem/romcom enjoyer out there. While the story isn't original ( it's rarely the case in harems ), the cast of characters make up for it and you'll be eager to follow their adventures. The story made the right call by going for the cute/wholesome vibe, and there isn't any real cringe scenes. However, don't get your expectations too high because it does suffer from common problems found in those seasonal harem/romcoms such as poor animation at times ( despite having nice visuals and colors overall ) and the male MC could have been written better because he has too many clichés that are uninspired and make him less interesting.

I have to admit, I found myself enjoying this show more than I expected. While the opening and ending may suggest it's just another typical harem series, it's a well-balanced blend of romance and slice-of-life elements. The characters genuinely feel like friends when they hang out, and the female lead isn't just a token for male fantasy fulfillment. Although it serves as a promotional project for Hokkaido, the storytelling effectively highlights the region's best features. Furthermore, the show doesn't shy away from portraying the challenges of living in such a cold area. In essence, it feels like the author draws heavily from personal experiences, making the scenarios feel remarkably realistic. In conclusion, while it may not be the greatest show, it certainly deserves more recognition.

I watched this on a whim, like a lot of the animes I'm binging right now, at 4 am. And if there's one thing I can say, is that I am NOT disappointed. I thought this was going to be another basic, 12-episode anime with some filler and Horimiya-like storytelling that jumps all over the place time-wise, but MAN, I'm glad it wasn't. The good: #1: Every character is very well written. #2: The story takes place in a timeframe that is actually reasonable and something that isn't hard to understand. #3: When it comes to locations, this anime doesn't stay in the school like a lot of other romance animes that are school-related. #4: Has a perfect balance of wholesomeness that isn't overloading like a lot of animes. It's great the MC isn't totally an extremely, unrealistic nice guy like other romance animes. (ex: 100 girls who really like you) #5: All of the girls are very different, yet likeable and unique in their own way. The bad: #1: The ending, at least of the first season if it get's anymore, is not very good. Unlike the rest of the show, which everything made sense, this ending doesn't. It didn't feel very rewarding or satisfying, and it kinda felt like a lot of hype and build up led to nothing. #2: There are a lot of things that do not make sense logic-wise. For example, despite being very close, Shiki doesn't call ANY of his friends by their first name. Not even the person who he is very close to asking out. Shiki also apparently had a very heated argument with his parents, and yet at the end, they seem to have a very good relationship. #3: The writing goes through a lot of tropes, making you be able to guess a lot of things that are going to happen. Was this anime good? Very, I feel like it is in my top 5 for favorite romance animes. Would you recommend this? If someone wanted a good, sweet and short romcom anime, definitely. Tuning in for Season 2? (if it get's one) Probably, I'd like to know where this goes. It's a pretty good watch, so if I remember it exists, I will. Overall rating: 8.7/10

The girls of Hokkaido are freaky, and you have no idea how much..... ...inaccurately this expression is conveyed by the manga adaptation of Dosanko Gal wa Namara Menkoi, written by Kai Ikada, a native of Hokkaido, Japan's second largest island, where the plot of this animanga is set. The winter season pleased us with a lot of great...NO! Great ecchi, but we didn't get much romance, although the sequel "The Dangers in My Heart" turned out to be great, but that's another story.... But according to the laws of universal balance, for every very good show there is on average one not so good show, and Dosanko Gal was one of them. The main character, Tsubasa Shibi, follows his father to Hokkaido from Tokyo. Cold weather, a different culture, new food, all of this is gradually introduced to him by Minami Fuyuki, a gyaru Tsubasa met at a bus stop. But new conditions are not the only thing she introduces him to, she also introduces him to herself by flirting, which surprises the unhappy young man. Tsubasa is clearly unhappy with Fuyuki's easy behaviour, but if he had known that she is not the only girl from Hokkaido who can show interest in him.... This show is not rich in interesting characters. Even though it's everyday life, Kai Ikada fails to convey the motivation of each character. Seriously, why does Fuyuki like Tsubasa? She's a popular girl at school, she has a lot of friends, but at first sight she liked a shy guy who didn't stand out at all. When I said "didn't stand out" I meant didn't stand out at all to the audience or the girls on the show. Wakana from My Dress-Up Darling is a skilled craftsman who knows his craft. Naoya from Kanojo mo Kanojo is a straightforward guy, careful to keep his promises, albeit skirting the rules. And what about Tsubasa? He's a wastrel who can't do anything but blush at common words and faint at a woman's touch, and three beautiful girls have shown interest in him? As for them, that is: Minami Fuyuki is the main gyaru of the tittle. Possessor of lush breasts and a lush mum, who became the best woman in the show. A la Marin Kitagawa, but unlike her, she flirts with the main character from the very first seconds of meeting him, rather than the next few days. She has problems with her studies. Sayuri Akino is a sweaty girl who likes to play video games. Disconnected from the group. In general, she is better than Fuyuki, because unlike her, she is more reserved and determined. Rena Natsukawa is an excellent student who loves history and reading books. She is as determined as Akino, but more communicative and quiet. For all their richness, none of them have any real reason to like Tsubasa, but Kai Ikada has other thoughts on the matter that I can't share in any way. Every attempt by the author to inject some drama into the story turns out to be a case of beating around the bush more and more intensely each time. The secondary characters, who appear out of nowhere and disappear to nowhere, and, unlike the main characters, they are not only unmotivated, but also unremembered. What was the name of Sayuri's friend, anyone remember? I commend Mirai Minato and Misuzu Hoshino for the fresh breath of adaptation, but the animation and music are worthy of praise. The "Namaramenkoi Gyaru" endings are energetic and moving, if the adaptation had been more successful these dances could have really blown up TikTok like the dances from the Wotaku endings. The "Wayawayawa-!" ending shows each of the three heroines in turn, looking at the audience as if breaking through a fourth wall. After watching this show I decided to compare it to the manga so that I wouldn't be disappointed in the directing of the adaptation, and my verdict is that Mirai and Misuzu did a great job, but their work has a weak source material. I think Kai Ikada better start writing ecchi where it's not the size of the heart that matters, but what's on the "top of the heart".

Every person on Earth loves gyarus. We app want to be the privileged chosen one upon whom one of these legendary creatures' attention is lavished. We also want to ecape our horrible lives and begin anew in an exotic faraway place. For 12 short episodes I was able to indulge in these fantasies with this series. The pivotal waifu is super cute and adoring towards the main character (for no reason). There is no real conflict or tension, or even a plot, merely feel-good wish fulfillment. The weakest aspect of the show is certainly the art and animation, but it gets the job done.

I like the anime and I think it's a basic seven but I didn't like about this anime is that I think making an anime about Hokkaido a place that gets barely any type of recognition and adding cute girls and completely discarding that we are in an area that doesn't get any type of representation is like a stab in the chest like at first I thought it being placed in Hokkaido would play a role but it really doesn't. I wish they took the opportunities to showcase some of the deep enrich culture that Hokkaido has is quite a disappointment considering this place gets barely any type of recognition in the anime industry. I also didn't like the idea of this could be a lot of people first in introduction to Hokkaido like romanticising a hole prefecture in Japan isn't cute But from my romance aspect, it's very basic. There's nothing special about it. It's just your regular nice guy with a couple of girls who think he's nice and cute and whatever. Not gonna lie, I didn't like how our main character is supposed to be like innocently sexy or whatever or that's how they introduce her as first, but it's like girl you literally be doing shit to provoke your man is not innocently cute I love innocently cute tropes but this one this one fails the mark Overall, it's just a basic romance. Nothing special I would've loved it if they played into the Hokkaido part a little bit more but they completely discarded it unfortunately.