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Flower · 2014-04-20, 13:22

Dunno if I would go so far to say mild cases of Asperger's or autism personally, but regardless of the label that may or may not be "properly" applied to it, Shogo's straightforward character definitely has plusses and minuses (perhaps like any personality?), but underneath I feel that he is essentially good, and a good fit for both Hase and Fujimiya as well. And perhaps I would even say that Hase is a good person for Shogo to have as a friend as well?

Ep three was more of the same, which is good in my book, and I especially liked the bringing of another angle into Hase and Fujimiya's interactions. Sometimes an outside perspective can shed unexpected light on things, after all.

Also thought the presentation around the number 18 was effectively done too. ^^

HandofFate · 2014-04-20, 13:47

She should include a picture of Hase's picture in her diary too so she doesn't have to re-recongize his face every week.

Kopi · 2014-04-20, 15:56

Tbh I think things should have went differently in the last scene... Shogo saying that he believe her after witnessing what he saw was fine but after that it gets really weird. Fujimiya just stood up and said she remember him. Her credibility just falls short here imo even though the whole memory loss is real and the reason behind remembering Shogo sounds logical.

Other than that, Shogo is a really likeable character so far with his straightforwardness

ChainLegacy · 2014-04-20, 19:01

Since the egg memory returned, I assume that we will gradually inch towards a more complete recovery as the series progresses. Shogo's theory of some kind of trauma seems like super-direct foreshadowing. It's possible that as her memories return, we'll be confronted with the source of the trauma, and overcoming it will be the make or break moment.

ices · 2014-04-20, 19:27

Do you know that you could listen to Fujimiya-san reading her diary.

Direct link to the diary page:

Someone on another discussion board kind enough to translate the diary:

Ep. 2 diary

Quote:

Originally Posted by kaylith

During math class, Hase-kun was up at the blackboard again. However, he wasn't able to solve the problem on the board.
I wonder why? If he used the formula Inoue-sensei taught five minutes ago, he should be able to get it... It seems like he had no idea that the formula even existed.
In the end, he just said that "I'll do it next time!", and handed the problem off to somebody else.
Hase-kun really seems to be bad at math. I asked him during lunch, and he just said that he didn't want to solve the problem. Apparently, math hasn't been his forte since 3rd grade. If only there was something I could do to help him...
But even so, while were were talking about why I like math, he managed to listen with a smile on his face. Hase-kun's a really nice person."

Ep. 3 diary

Quote:

Originally Posted by assramza

My rough and probably partially incorrect translation of this week's diary entry at http://oneweekfriends.com/

Kiryu-kun is a person with a sharp tongue, looks down on others, and straightforwardly says what's on his mind... It's a little difficult to deal with. Why hase-kun is friends with him was a mystery.
However, Hase-kun confidently gave his reasons and I somewhat understood.
He said that he always speaks the absolute truth, so it always feels like you can depend on him. He's a little scary though. Since he is always sleeping in class, I've never seen him talking to anybody else besides hase-kun. I think it's amazing that even though he seems like lone wolf, he really understands the people in class. When I spoke with Hase-kun about it, he said that Shogo is just a good guy deep inside, and laughed. He said he's glad that Kiryuu-kun and I managed to be friends.
Hase-kun's fried eggs:
My family makes soy sauce flavored ones, but Hase-kun's are sweet flavored. He said he likes sweet things, and I think that's just like him."

PS: direct link to the image and mp3 for those who on mobile.

LoweGear · 2014-04-20, 19:30

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Originally Posted by bakaouji

Shogo's inherently a good guy but I think he's got a mild case of Asperger's. The guy has absolutely no tact and just spits whatever is on his mind. There's time when you ought to be direct and there's a time when you take the delicate approach. I don't think Shogo concerns himself with such basic social cues which kinda prevents me from liking him completely.

I don't think Aspergers is to blame for someone being frank or tactless. There are people without diagnosed Aspergers who run their mouths off without a care in the world, sensitivity or not be damned. Some people really are just frank and direct for whatever reason they may have.

As someone who actually is diagnosed with a mild case of Aspergers, I tend to be more polite since I know I already have difficulty with social cues.

Avatar of Dreams · 2014-04-20, 20:00

Quote:

Originally Posted by ices

Someone on another discussion board kind enough to translate ep. 3 diary:

Couple mistakes. Lone wolf, not "a wolf". Sweet flavored, not "natto flavored".

I do have to say that after binge reading through vol 5 of the manga, Kaori's amnesia does become slightly more believable once more of her past gets unraveled. Still a little...too convenient for my tastes.

Overall a good series though. Looking forward to more episodes.

Master_Yoma · 2014-04-20, 20:55

Shougo is really is straightforward but just seems so cool

GDiddy · 2014-04-20, 21:58

I like Shogo too.

It's hard to believe that it's the same dude who voices Loki in Kamigami.....

Pen3 · 2014-04-20, 22:53

The manga version of episode 3 is slightly better.

Images

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DragoonKain3 · 2014-04-21, 01:57

Lol when Shogo was saying that her amnesia may be caused by trauma in the past, and that it has something to do with her friend(s) during that time, first thing that came into mind was that Fujimiya potentially has a childhood friend! Unfortunate it isn't Hase (since he doesn't recall meeting her before), but hey, I'll take whatever I can get.

Kanon · 2014-04-21, 07:57

It's almost confirmed that Fujimiya's amnesia is caused by a past trauma. This is probably the most realistic explanation for her condition. I liked the way Shogo reacted, it made a lot of sense for him to be suspicious. Not everybody can be as gullible and trusting as Hase. Shogo is a nice guy, his only flaw is that he speaks his mind without thinking. He should have considered the possibility Fujimiya was telling the truth and that what he said would hurt her. Thankfully, he made up for this later.

Fujimiya is starting to recover a bit. I figured that would happen otherwise her relationship with Hase would have never been able to progress. I assume it's going to be a long process unless they intend to ditch the premise, which would be a real shame.

Moresca · 2014-04-21, 11:03

Some avatars from episode 1+2.

R.LocK · 2014-04-21, 11:57

Okay, it's finally cemented. Isshukan Friends is one of three ongoings I care deeply enough about to feel for characters. ...The next ep. is going to wreck me.

sikvod00 · 2014-04-21, 12:52

I liked the fact that Hase (quickly) reflected on the internal conflict he's dealing with. The guy genuinely wants to help Fujimiya regain her memories and become more sociable. But the end result would mean getting more friends, which might put an end to the "exclusive access" he has. The problem is that he obviously likes her as more than a friend, so there's some level of possessiveness. That's quite a natural feeling to have for the person you like, but it can get unhealthy and selfish. Glad he checked himself a bit, but I'd like to see more of that conflict.

lightbringer · 2014-04-23, 17:15

I'm not a big fan of mushy slice of life but this one is really amazing, highly recommended. Hase and Fujimiya interactions are so fun to watch >.<

jeroz · 2014-04-23, 21:59

Call me evil, but I feel like this sugary relationship will decay later on. There's a slight sense of corruption in the latest development.

MCAL · 2014-04-24, 12:19

I thought this episode was a slight step down from the first two, but still quite good. Yeah, I still like Shogo. Perhaps he was a little too blunt, but I don't see why he was wrong to be slightly skeptical, because I wouldn't be able to so easily believe someone having very selective case of amnesia either.

As for Hase, yeah I think he pushed a little too hard, but I'm not seeing what makes this detrimental to his character either.

bakaouji · 2014-04-27, 12:07

Pretty good episode although I can't help but think that this episode could've been more effective once they'd properly established Kiryu as a friend who regularly hangs out with Hase and Fujimiya. But I think the real problem I had with this episode was the reason that was the cause for their argument.

Why did it become such a rumor worth fussing about that Fujimiya had befriended Kiryu? It's not like he's popular or anything and it's not like he doesn't already have a friend. It also didn't seem like their classmates were surprised that the ever unsociable Fujimiya had made a friend.

I really wish the basis of their first squabble wasn't caused by Hase suffering petty jealousy. Seemed a little out of character for a guy who eagerly suggested she become friends with his best friend not two weeks ago. I'm not saying it's impossible but I found it rather forced. I might've bought it if Hase's jealousy was built over an episode or two. I guess, in a way, it might be in character for Hase after all since he's very straightforward and reflexively evocative, but nevertheless, I still didn't like it, which is why the moment when they reconcile at the end didn't quite hit home as it ought to have.

Anyway, it was good to see Kiryu covering up for the mess that Hase made.

HandofFate · 2014-04-27, 13:20

Wouldn't the rain have ruined the diary and made it unreadable even after recovering it?

2014-04-20, 13:22	Link #161
Flower Blooming on the mountain Join Date: May 2010 Location: Deep in their roots, all flowers keep the light....	Dunno if I would go so far to say mild cases of Asperger's or autism personally, but regardless of the label that may or may not be "properly" applied to it, Shogo's straightforward character definitely has plusses and minuses (perhaps like any personality?), but underneath I feel that he is essentially good, and a good fit for both Hase and Fujimiya as well. And perhaps I would even say that Hase is a good person for Shogo to have as a friend as well? Ep three was more of the same, which is good in my book, and I especially liked the bringing of another angle into Hase and Fujimiya's interactions. Sometimes an outside perspective can shed unexpected light on things, after all. Also thought the presentation around the number 18 was effectively done too. ^^ __________________

2014-04-20, 13:47	Link #162
HandofFate Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006	She should include a picture of Hase's picture in her diary too so she doesn't have to re-recongize his face every week. __________________ ...

2014-04-20, 20:55	Link #168
Master_Yoma Nekokota Festival Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Lost in the Fairy Forest	Shougo is really is straightforward but just seems so cool __________________

2014-04-20, 21:58	Link #169
GDiddy Sisterhood of the Desu Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: in a van by the river	I like Shogo too. It's hard to believe that it's the same dude who voices Loki in Kamigami..... __________________

2014-04-21, 01:57	Link #171
DragoonKain3 Osana-Najimi Shipper Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Mt. Ordeals	Lol when Shogo was saying that her amnesia may be caused by trauma in the past, and that it has something to do with her friend(s) during that time, first thing that came into mind was that Fujimiya potentially has a childhood friend! Unfortunate it isn't Hase (since he doesn't recall meeting her before), but hey, I'll take whatever I can get. __________________ Yes its YOU childhood friend - source of BERZERKER RAGE since forever Childhood Friend couple STATISTICS(spoilers abound though)

2014-04-20, 15:56	Link #163
Kopi Σ(ﾟﾛﾟﾉ)ﾉ Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Singapore	Tbh I think things should have went differently in the last scene... Shogo saying that he believe her after witnessing what he saw was fine but after that it gets really weird. Fujimiya just stood up and said she remember him. Her credibility just falls short here imo even though the whole memory loss is real and the reason behind remembering Shogo sounds logical. Other than that, Shogo is a really likeable character so far with his straightforwardness

2014-04-20, 19:01	Link #164
ChainLegacy 廉頗 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Massachusetts Age: 34	Since the egg memory returned, I assume that we will gradually inch towards a more complete recovery as the series progresses. Shogo's theory of some kind of trauma seems like super-direct foreshadowing. It's possible that as her memories return, we'll be confronted with the source of the trauma, and overcoming it will be the make or break moment.

2014-04-20, 22:53	Link #170
Pen3 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007	The manga version of episode 3 is slightly better. Images Sorry; dynamic content not loaded. Reload?

2014-04-21, 07:57	Link #172
Kanon Kana Hanazawa ♥ Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: France Age: 37	It's almost confirmed that Fujimiya's amnesia is caused by a past trauma. This is probably the most realistic explanation for her condition. I liked the way Shogo reacted, it made a lot of sense for him to be suspicious. Not everybody can be as gullible and trusting as Hase. Shogo is a nice guy, his only flaw is that he speaks his mind without thinking. He should have considered the possibility Fujimiya was telling the truth and that what he said would hurt her. Thankfully, he made up for this later. Fujimiya is starting to recover a bit. I figured that would happen otherwise her relationship with Hase would have never been able to progress. I assume it's going to be a long process unless they intend to ditch the premise, which would be a real shame. __________________

2014-04-21, 11:03	Link #173
Moresca Doing the time-warp Join Date: Jul 2009	Some avatars from episode 1+2. __________________

2014-04-21, 11:57	Link #174
R.LocK My turn Join Date: Feb 2012	Okay, it's finally cemented. Isshukan Friends is one of three ongoings I care deeply enough about to feel for characters. ...The next ep. is going to wreck me.

2014-04-21, 12:52	Link #175
sikvod00 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Miami, FL Age: 37	I liked the fact that Hase (quickly) reflected on the internal conflict he's dealing with. The guy genuinely wants to help Fujimiya regain her memories and become more sociable. But the end result would mean getting more friends, which might put an end to the "exclusive access" he has. The problem is that he obviously likes her as more than a friend, so there's some level of possessiveness. That's quite a natural feeling to have for the person you like, but it can get unhealthy and selfish. Glad he checked himself a bit, but I'd like to see more of that conflict.

2014-04-23, 17:15	Link #176
lightbringer M9000 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: SBC Gurokken	I'm not a big fan of mushy slice of life but this one is really amazing, highly recommended. Hase and Fujimiya interactions are so fun to watch >.<

2014-04-23, 21:59	Link #177
jeroz Art Block Specialist Join Date: Jun 2007	Call me evil, but I feel like this sugary relationship will decay later on. There's a slight sense of corruption in the latest development. __________________ [TAC]

2014-04-24, 12:19	Link #178
MCAL Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2012	I thought this episode was a slight step down from the first two, but still quite good. Yeah, I still like Shogo. Perhaps he was a little too blunt, but I don't see why he was wrong to be slightly skeptical, because I wouldn't be able to so easily believe someone having very selective case of amnesia either. As for Hase, yeah I think he pushed a little too hard, but I'm not seeing what makes this detrimental to his character either. Last edited by MCAL; 2014-04-24 at 12:59.

2014-04-27, 12:07	Link #179
bakaouji Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013	Pretty good episode although I can't help but think that this episode could've been more effective once they'd properly established Kiryu as a friend who regularly hangs out with Hase and Fujimiya. But I think the real problem I had with this episode was the reason that was the cause for their argument. Why did it become such a rumor worth fussing about that Fujimiya had befriended Kiryu? It's not like he's popular or anything and it's not like he doesn't already have a friend. It also didn't seem like their classmates were surprised that the ever unsociable Fujimiya had made a friend. I really wish the basis of their first squabble wasn't caused by Hase suffering petty jealousy. Seemed a little out of character for a guy who eagerly suggested she become friends with his best friend not two weeks ago. I'm not saying it's impossible but I found it rather forced. I might've bought it if Hase's jealousy was built over an episode or two. I guess, in a way, it might be in character for Hase after all since he's very straightforward and reflexively evocative, but nevertheless, I still didn't like it, which is why the moment when they reconcile at the end didn't quite hit home as it ought to have. Anyway, it was good to see Kiryu covering up for the mess that Hase made.

2014-04-27, 13:20	Link #180
HandofFate Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006	Wouldn't the rain have ruined the diary and made it unreadable even after recovering it? __________________ ...