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theman4life · 2016-06-25, 12:51

So the soundtrack is out, and unless I'm deaf the one and only track I wanted is not on it. Its from episode 8 after the ED. It starts at 18:29 and ends at 19:50. So sad right now =(

Stark700 · 2016-06-25, 15:05

Looks like double episode this week to make up for the one skipped last week.

That flying whale is just awesome, never seen anything like it before. I mean, it probably would of been even more amazing to see it in person like Makoto and the others did. Oh and the owl gave me some Hogwarts vibe for some reason. Nice bill Akane lol

Going to miss this show for sure. We need more Comfy on weekends

Random Wanderer · 2016-06-25, 15:16

*rushes to get the episode*

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That flying whale is just awesome

Yesyesyesyesyesyesyesyesyes! I've been waiting for this!

blakstealth · 2016-06-25, 15:38

oh shit, it's finally here. I don't feel worthy of being able to watch 2 new eps back to back.

Elestia · 2016-06-25, 16:53

The flying whale scene reminded me of that one scene in Laputa where the FemMC explores the flying castle with that robot.

nojay · 2016-06-25, 17:15

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Originally Posted by Elestia

The flying whale scene reminded me of that one scene in Laputa where the FemMC explores the flying castle with that robot.

I was reminded more of the crossroads ship from the manga "PositioN" by Ashinano Hitoshi. Fine piece of animation though and well worth waiting for. Anzu's familiar and the punchline of Akane's tab from the cafe catching up to her was the topping on the show.

Nice to see Hina-yuurei-chan working the stall at the festival in the last episode, even if she was trying to keep out of sight. She's a sweetie.

Kakurin · 2016-06-25, 17:31

Was a very enjoyable ride. Was unsure at first since it went along very slowly, but once you got into the pace it was fun every week.

Itlandm · 2016-06-25, 17:57

Newspapers from the Otherworld, a flying whale with ancient ruins, a cat studying anthropology, and earthfish that love festivals! It really does look like they live in the borderlands between Earth and Heaven. (Although the mandrake might disagree on the latter part!)

This series has been my favorite of the season (and probably the most enjoyable since Non Non Biyori) although it took a couple episodes to get used to. It is unfortunate that good things have to come to an end, but that is life in this world. It seems like the manga is still ongoing, so perhaps we will meet again?

Drake · 2016-06-25, 18:05

Genuinely sad to see this show end, it was an absolute treat to watch each week. Don't think I've been charmed so much by any show since Barakamon.

So glad we got to see more Anzu before the end.

Flower · 2016-06-25, 18:13

Eps 11 and 12

The scene with the Flying Whale is hands down my absolutely favorite section of the manga, and I thought they did an excellent job adapting it here. Just really wonderful.

And the earthfish in episode 12 were also great. ^^

That being said, this was my favorite series of the season - a lovely adaptation of wonderful source material. What more could one ask for?

What a pity it is ending, but the manga is still with us.

Many thanks to J.C. Staff for such an excellent work here!

blakstealth · 2016-06-25, 18:29

In ep11, I thought Akane's chest was gonna blow up, but it turns out it was just Chinatsu's head. lawl

Kenny being Anzu's teacher was a surprise as well. I can never get over characters talking to animals like it's normal. Well, I guess it's normal for witches.

Marcus H. · 2016-06-25, 18:41

I have to hold back my tears. I just finished the best of the five anime shows I watched this season. I guess the catharsis is too much for me.

Everything is spot on, and the imagery was perfect in every episode. The earthfish were also a nice anime-original addition to the show, and dat impeccable timing with the sequel hook.

Why do good things have to end? T_T

SeaDoor · 2016-06-25, 18:55

I'm happy with how JC Staff adapted one of my favorite manga. An OVA or two, please!

Random Wanderer · 2016-06-25, 19:28

Yes! The whale is magnificent! And this episode contains Anzu and is therefore the best episode ever.

Thinking about it, there are actually lots of reasons why Anzu might know the history of pan/hotcakes in Japan. First there is her own interest in history, which means that learning the history of anything is likely interesting to her. Second, there's the fact that she works/lives in a cafe, so learning the history and details of foods they might be asked to prepare falls right in line with her day-to-day business. And also she and Kenny mentioned that hotcakes came to Japan in the meiji era, and there's a ghost who lived in that period working in her cafe who enjoys cooking/baking. All told, it makes sense for her to have learned it, and there are multiple sources for her to have gotten information from.

The view of the whale is a wonder and a mystery. A glimpse into an ancient civilization, hidden by magic, yet still gone and lost from history. It's a fascinating glimpse into the wonder of the magical side of the world this series presents, and it maintains that wonder by never really revealing anything: we don't actually know much about the civiliation that lived atop the whales, and we probably never will, because this isn't the sort of series that goes deep into that sort of thing. It flies by, letting us marvel at it, and then life goes on.

I'll get back for episode 12 in a bit.

PS: Akane, pay your tab at the cafe more often!

nojay · 2016-06-25, 19:44

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Originally Posted by Random Wanderer

we don't actually know much about the civiliation that lived atop the whales, and we probably never will, because this isn't the sort of series that goes deep into that sort of thing. It flies by, letting us marvel at it, and then life goes on.

"So what did you do at the weekend, Chinatsu?"

"I went on a witches broomstick to visit a flying whale and then we had hotcakes for breakfast!"

"Ohhh hotcakes!"

Random Wanderer · 2016-06-25, 19:47

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Originally Posted by nojay

"So what did you do at the weekend, Chinatsu?"

"I went on a witches broomstick to visit a flying whale and then we had hotcakes for breakfast!"

"Ohhh hotcakes!"

Exactly.

blakstealth · 2016-06-25, 20:48

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Originally Posted by Random Wanderer

Yes! The whale is magnificent! And this episode contains Anzu and is therefore the best episode ever.

Thinking about it, there are actually lots of reasons why Anzu might know the history of pan/hotcakes in Japan. First there is her own interest in history, which means that learning the history of anything is likely interesting to her. Second, there's the fact that she works/lives in a cafe, so learning the history and details of foods they might be asked to prepare falls right in line with her day-to-day business. And also she and Kenny mentioned that hotcakes came to Japan in the meiji era, and there's a ghost who lived in that period working in her cafe who enjoys cooking/baking. All told, it makes sense for her to have learned it, and there are multiple sources for her to have gotten information from.

The view of the whale is a wonder and a mystery. A glimpse into an ancient civilization, hidden by magic, yet still gone and lost from history. It's a fascinating glimpse into the wonder of the magical side of the world this series presents, and it maintains that wonder by never really revealing anything: we don't actually know much about the civiliation that lived atop the whales, and we probably never will, because this isn't the sort of series that goes deep into that sort of thing. It flies by, letting us marvel at it, and then life goes on.

All this makes me want to become a witch real talk. I feel like I as the audience am looking through the eyes of Chinatsu as she's the apprentice witch.

--

Now I can cry myself to sleep after that finale. The first few episodes were kinda slow, but everything clicked for me soon after and loved every single episode. Easily one of the best shows of the season.

Blueknight78 · 2016-06-25, 22:53

wow this is what you call a "diabetes" anime all the sweet and cute is too much for a "normal person to handle without feel terrible sick

i will miss makoto and her "magic boobs" and the others cast members this anime is a really good slice of life and i really gonna miss it.

Wandering Soul · 2016-06-25, 23:08

Anzu making another appearance makes this episode an automatic win for me. The earthfish scene was great too.

I'm going to miss this show. It was a nice comfy show that helped me relax on weekends.

serenade_beta · 2016-06-26, 01:05

Spoiler for final thoughts:

2016-06-25, 15:05	Link #502
Stark700 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Somewhere on Earth	Looks like double episode this week to make up for the one skipped last week. That flying whale is just awesome, never seen anything like it before. I mean, it probably would of been even more amazing to see it in person like Makoto and the others did. Oh and the owl gave me some Hogwarts vibe for some reason. Nice bill Akane lol Going to miss this show for sure. We need more Comfy on weekends __________________

2016-06-25, 16:53	Link #505
Elestia Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: California	The flying whale scene reminded me of that one scene in Laputa where the FemMC explores the flying castle with that robot. __________________

2016-06-25, 17:31	Link #507
Kakurin 大佐 Join Date: Jun 2013	Was a very enjoyable ride. Was unsure at first since it went along very slowly, but once you got into the pace it was fun every week. __________________

2016-06-25, 18:05	Link #509
Drake dn ʎɐʍ sıɥʇ Graphic Designer Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Northern Ireland	Genuinely sad to see this show end, it was an absolute treat to watch each week. Don't think I've been charmed so much by any show since Barakamon. So glad we got to see more Anzu before the end. __________________

2016-06-25, 18:13	Link #510
Flower Blooming on the mountain Join Date: May 2010 Location: Deep in their roots, all flowers keep the light....	Eps 11 and 12 The scene with the Flying Whale is hands down my absolutely favorite section of the manga, and I thought they did an excellent job adapting it here. Just really wonderful. And the earthfish in episode 12 were also great. ^^ That being said, this was my favorite series of the season - a lovely adaptation of wonderful source material. What more could one ask for? What a pity it is ending, but the manga is still with us. Many thanks to J.C. Staff for such an excellent work here! __________________

2016-06-25, 12:51	Link #501
theman4life Member Join Date: Mar 2008	So the soundtrack is out, and unless I'm deaf the one and only track I wanted is not on it. Its from episode 8 after the ED. It starts at 18:29 and ends at 19:50. So sad right now =(

2016-06-25, 15:38	Link #504
blakstealth Les Pays Bass Join Date: Jun 2011	oh shit, it's finally here. I don't feel worthy of being able to watch 2 new eps back to back.

2016-06-25, 17:57	Link #508
Itlandm Porcupine Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Norway Age: 65	Newspapers from the Otherworld, a flying whale with ancient ruins, a cat studying anthropology, and earthfish that love festivals! It really does look like they live in the borderlands between Earth and Heaven. (Although the mandrake might disagree on the latter part!) This series has been my favorite of the season (and probably the most enjoyable since Non Non Biyori) although it took a couple episodes to get used to. It is unfortunate that good things have to come to an end, but that is life in this world. It seems like the manga is still ongoing, so perhaps we will meet again?

2016-06-25, 18:29	Link #511
blakstealth Les Pays Bass Join Date: Jun 2011	In ep11, I thought Akane's chest was gonna blow up, but it turns out it was just Chinatsu's head. lawl Kenny being Anzu's teacher was a surprise as well. I can never get over characters talking to animals like it's normal. Well, I guess it's normal for witches.

2016-06-25, 18:41	Link #512
Marcus H. Princess or Plunderer? Join Date: May 2009 Location: the Philippines	I have to hold back my tears. I just finished the best of the five anime shows I watched this season. I guess the catharsis is too much for me. Everything is spot on, and the imagery was perfect in every episode. The earthfish were also a nice anime-original addition to the show, and dat impeccable timing with the sequel hook. Why do good things have to end? T_T __________________ Continuing: White Sand Aquatope (6/24) and Vanitas S2 (0/12), The Vampire Dies in No Time S2 and Bofuri S2 (3/12). 2021: Restaurant to Another World S2 (3/12), takt Op. Destiny (1/12) and Taisho Maiden Fairy Tale (1/12). 2022: Yuusha Yamemasu (1/12), Kaguya-sama S3, Mob Psycho 100 III (Oct06), Bleach: 1000 Year Blood War (2/13) and Chainsaw Man (6/12). Spring 2023: Yamada-kun to Lv999 no Koi wo Suru, Kuma Kuma Kuma Bear Punch! (4/12), Skip to Loafer, Tonikaku Kawaii S2 (1/12), Otonari ni Ginga (5/12) and Kimi wa Houkago Insomnia (3/13). Contact me on Wikia and MyAnimeList. Anime List Status ~ Watching: 33. Completed: 468. Plan to watch: 39.

2016-06-25, 18:55	Link #513
SeaDoor Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Southeastern US	I'm happy with how JC Staff adapted one of my favorite manga. An OVA or two, please!

2016-06-25, 19:28	Link #514
Random Wanderer Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007	Yes! The whale is magnificent! And this episode contains Anzu and is therefore the *best episode ever.* Thinking about it, there are actually lots of reasons why Anzu might know the history of pan/hotcakes in Japan. First there is her own interest in history, which means that learning the history of anything is likely interesting to her. Second, there's the fact that she works/lives in a cafe, so learning the history and details of foods they might be asked to prepare falls right in line with her day-to-day business. And also she and Kenny mentioned that hotcakes came to Japan in the meiji era, and there's a ghost who lived in that period working in her cafe who enjoys cooking/baking. All told, it makes sense for her to have learned it, and there are multiple sources for her to have gotten information from. The view of the whale is a wonder and a mystery. A glimpse into an ancient civilization, hidden by magic, yet still gone and lost from history. It's a fascinating glimpse into the wonder of the magical side of the world this series presents, and it maintains that wonder by never really revealing anything: we don't actually know much about the civiliation that lived atop the whales, and we probably never will, because this isn't the sort of series that goes deep into that sort of thing. It flies by, letting us marvel at it, and then life goes on. I'll get back for episode 12 in a bit. PS: Akane, pay your tab at the cafe more often! __________________

2016-06-25, 22:53	Link #518
Blueknight78 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2014	wow this is what you call a "diabetes" anime all the sweet and cute is too much for a "normal person to handle without feel terrible sick i will miss makoto and her "magic boobs" and the others cast members this anime is a really good slice of life and i really gonna miss it. __________________

2016-06-25, 23:08	Link #519
Wandering Soul Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: America	Anzu making another appearance makes this episode an automatic win for me. The earthfish scene was great too. I'm going to miss this show. It was a nice comfy show that helped me relax on weekends. __________________

2016-06-26, 01:05	Link #520
serenade_beta そのおっぱいで13才 Join Date: Dec 2006	Spoiler for final thoughts: 10/10 Outside of a few episodic nitpicking, there's nothing to really complain about. A really relaxing and fun anime to watch, with a bit of fetishism fanservice too. Good from start to finish. Bravo! __________________ -Blog --> http://tdnshumi.blogspot.com/ (Mainly about video games) -R.I.P. Hiroshi Yamauchi, Gaming wouldn't have been the same without you (9/19/13)