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Jao · 2011-06-06, 19:31

A friend of mine suffers from vivid and disturbing dreams and has been recommended to watch something, well... nice, before he sleeps. He's not a fan of mahou shoujo or moe and most of the shows I find deeply comforting (Kanon, Clannad, ef) go through hell and back to get there.

My gut instinct was recommending CCS, but there isn't much other series I can think of that he wouldnt' be put off by. Any help?

GreatTeacherKen · 2011-06-06, 20:14

How about Aria the Animation (not to be confused with Hidan no Aria)? It's about as comforting and laid back a series can possibly get with charming characters, gorgeous scenery, and all around gentle atmosphere that makes even the simplest things beautiful. There's virtually no angst in it either.

I'd also recommend Tamayura, which is pretty much the spiritual successor to the above and has a similar charm.

I hope they can help ease your friend's mind.

Flower · 2011-06-06, 20:19

I totally second Ken's suggestion - the Aria series jumps immediately to mind too.

kitten320 · 2011-06-06, 20:37

I third the Aria series.

You could try watch Sora No Woto, does have a bit angsty moments towards the end but over all it is also very calming series.

Sackett · 2011-06-06, 21:19

Once you get past the first episode, I found that Cross Game always left me with a peaceful feeling.

K-On is the only other one I can think of. If you just decide to ignore the moe and instead focus on the nostalgia I think it's much better.

Guardian Enzo · 2011-06-06, 21:20

I like Sketch Book for this one.

jedinat · 2011-06-06, 22:13

I'll 4th Aria...

Kamichu!
Lamune
Majo no Takkyuubin
To Heart
Kokoro Toshokan

Kleo Scanti · 2011-06-07, 04:33

Nexting Aria. It's the best relaxing series ever.

I'd also say Chi's Sweet Home, but it may be too girly.

Kafriel · 2011-06-07, 06:25

Something like Tentai Senshi Sunred, Gintama or Excel Saga would be good, if he likes slapstick comedy...or if the style doesn't suit the occasion, try Genshiken, Spice and Wolf, Angel Beats! or Toradora! .

SeijiSensei · 2011-06-07, 09:31

How about Moshidora?

Also the currently-running Showa Monogatari is a nice slice-of-life story about Japan in 1964. It has that nostalgic atmosphere that infects many anime shows aiming to reach adult viewers.

Cross Game is too complex a story to be accurately described as "saccharine," but it might meet your friend's needs anyway.

If your friend has any interest in music, particularly classical music, I'd recommend Nodame Cantabile as well.

One other option is Bartender. The episodes are self-contained, and they usually have an upbeat ending. The stories might feel a bit too "old" for someone your age, though. Often they concern people in their forties and older and touch on subjects like lost love or dreams unfulfilled.

ArrowSmith · 2011-06-07, 13:41

The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya

Niji · 2011-06-07, 22:43

If he likes cats, Chi's Sweet Home, and the sequel Chi's New Address are a must IMO. I used to watch them when I could not sleep, they are so soothing.

Soothing I found also Binbou Shimai Monogatari. It is about 2 girls though.

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Jao panchi~ Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Glasgow, Scotland Age: 34	Saccharine but not insulting A friend of mine suffers from vivid and disturbing dreams and has been recommended to watch something, well... nice, before he sleeps. He's not a fan of mahou shoujo or moe and most of the shows I find deeply comforting (Kanon, Clannad, ef) go through hell and back to get there. My gut instinct was recommending CCS, but there isn't much other series I can think of that he wouldnt' be put off by. Any help? __________________ In my world far removed from the actual Safe in my small amorality capsule I cruise far aloof of the other world's flaws Hiding behind tinted glasses and doors.

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Flower Blooming on the mountain Join Date: May 2010 Location: Deep in their roots, all flowers keep the light....	I totally second Ken's suggestion - the Aria series jumps immediately to mind too. __________________

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kitten320 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007	I third the Aria series. You could try watch Sora No Woto, does have a bit angsty moments towards the end but over all it is also very calming series. __________________ My anime list

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Sackett Cross Game - I need more Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: I've moved around the American West. I've lived in Oregon, Washington, Utah, and Oklahoma Age: 44	Once you get past the first episode, I found that Cross Game always left me with a peaceful feeling. K-On is the only other one I can think of. If you just decide to ignore the moe and instead focus on the nostalgia I think it's much better. __________________ Cross Game - A Story of Love, Life, Death - and Baseball. What more could you want?

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Kleo Scanti Urd Fangirl Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Europe	Nexting Aria. It's the best relaxing series ever. I'd also say Chi's Sweet Home, but it may be too girly. __________________ ~Shadow Deviant~ ~World of Elegance~ ~Anime-journal~

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GreatTeacherKen Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: California	How about Aria the Animation (not to be confused with Hidan no Aria)? It's about as comforting and laid back a series can possibly get with charming characters, gorgeous scenery, and all around gentle atmosphere that makes even the simplest things beautiful. There's virtually no angst in it either. I'd also recommend Tamayura, which is pretty much the spiritual successor to the above and has a similar charm. I hope they can help ease your friend's mind.

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jedinat Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Age: 38	I'll 4th Aria... Kamichu! Lamune Majo no Takkyuubin To Heart Kokoro Toshokan

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Kafriel Senior Guest Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Athens (GMT+2) Age: 35	Something like Tentai Senshi Sunred, Gintama or Excel Saga would be good, if he likes slapstick comedy...or if the style doesn't suit the occasion, try Genshiken, Spice and Wolf, Angel Beats! or Toradora! .

2011-06-07, 09:31	Link #10
SeijiSensei AS Oji-kun Join Date: Nov 2006 Age: 74	How about Moshidora? Also the currently-running Showa Monogatari is a nice slice-of-life story about Japan in 1964. It has that nostalgic atmosphere that infects many anime shows aiming to reach adult viewers. Cross Game is too complex a story to be accurately described as "saccharine," but it might meet your friend's needs anyway. If your friend has any interest in music, particularly classical music, I'd recommend Nodame Cantabile as well. One other option is Bartender. The episodes are self-contained, and they usually have an upbeat ending. The stories might feel a bit too "old" for someone your age, though. Often they concern people in their forties and older and touch on subjects like lost love or dreams unfulfilled. __________________ Taking Anime Seriously - Politics by the Numbers - Sports by the Numbers - MAL List - Avatars - Images

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ArrowSmith Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009	The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya

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Niji Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006	If he likes cats, Chi's Sweet Home, and the sequel Chi's New Address are a must IMO. I used to watch them when I could not sleep, they are so soothing. Soothing I found also Binbou Shimai Monogatari. It is about 2 girls though.