This review concludes the main series 22/7, the sequel 22/7: 8+3=? and The Diary of Our Days.
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Story:
Eight girls were randomly selected to be the idols of a project called
22/7. They're different and most of them didn't know each other when they
first met, but together, they make the tastiest okonomiyaki...
Oh, and there is also a Wall. (But like I mentioned, I might be biased so we will ignore it completely. I haven't read the manga so I have no idea whether it's explained or no. I am just working with the anime.)
And then three more girls come. The Diary of our Days being sort of a special is just eight short stories showing some more moments between and about the girls. Despite the whole thing lasting less than 10 minutes, I just couldn't stop smiling.
Characters:
I might be biased since I am a big fan of 'Cute girls doing cute things' type of shows.
But I loved each of them so much, like my own kids.
(Cake flour) Miyako, the always cheerful one, that lives in her own world
(Pork) Sakura, with her annoying habbit of speaking in English and her oh, too good heart
(Cabbage) Miu, whose voice I enjoyed more than I should
(Jams) Ayaka, who is a little closed off but her heart goes to the group
(Deep-fried tempura batter) Jun, my sweet beloved baby
(Red pickled ginger) Reika, with her oh so weird dad but also oh so strong will
(Dried) shrimp Akane, your typical white-haired cold godess
(Egg) Nicole who you might hate at first but then grow to love her so much...
And all of them are cute, smart, funny... You are in for a ride!
With the addition of OVA, we are introduced to three more characters:
(Cheese) Yuuki, a simple weirdo with what looks like a tragic backstory
(Mochi) Mikami, that talks too slow
(Baby Star) Tsubomi, your typical e-girl. Can you tell I am not very excited about that??
Music:
I loved the opening, I jammed to it for the first half of the anime :D as for other music, it didn't feel awkward at all, which was a plus.
Usually I have this experience with songs in anime, that I cringe so hard I have to skip it. But these songs felt really well done and I enjoyed all of their voices.
Animation:
I really really liked the art style. The girls were simply beautiful and I loved how their eyes sparkled. Animation I had no problem with most of the time, I felt like it was smooth and well done.
I had a huge problem with the CGI though. Just like in other (music) animes, the CGI was killing me...
Also, come the OVA, the quality kind of dropped... but that might have been me seeing things.
Entertainment value:
7/10.
I enjoyed this simple anime to the brim.
The main series was a great mix of cute idol girls and backstories that made you love and understand them.
As "an adult" I could relate to them quite some times.
Not only when it came to childhood memories, or working hard or having family troubles... but also during this:
(I really really hate when they add characters at the end of the series!!!)
The Diary of our Days didn't really give us much to work with, but seeing the girls interact together was good enough :D You don't have to watch it if you don't want to, you will not miss out on anything important.
I think it deserves a chance.
Oh, and there is also a Wall. (But like I mentioned, I might be biased so we will ignore it completely. I haven't read the manga so I have no idea whether it's explained or no. I am just working with the anime.)
And then three more girls come. The Diary of our Days being sort of a special is just eight short stories showing some more moments between and about the girls. Despite the whole thing lasting less than 10 minutes, I just couldn't stop smiling.
Characters:
I might be biased since I am a big fan of 'Cute girls doing cute things' type of shows.
But I loved each of them so much, like my own kids.
(Cake flour) Miyako, the always cheerful one, that lives in her own world
(Pork) Sakura, with her annoying habbit of speaking in English and her oh, too good heart
(Cabbage) Miu, whose voice I enjoyed more than I should
(Jams) Ayaka, who is a little closed off but her heart goes to the group
(Deep-fried tempura batter) Jun, my sweet beloved baby
(Red pickled ginger) Reika, with her oh so weird dad but also oh so strong will
(Dried) shrimp Akane, your typical white-haired cold godess
(Egg) Nicole who you might hate at first but then grow to love her so much...
And all of them are cute, smart, funny... You are in for a ride!
With the addition of OVA, we are introduced to three more characters:
(Cheese) Yuuki, a simple weirdo with what looks like a tragic backstory
(Mochi) Mikami, that talks too slow
(Baby Star) Tsubomi, your typical e-girl. Can you tell I am not very excited about that??
Music:
I loved the opening, I jammed to it for the first half of the anime :D as for other music, it didn't feel awkward at all, which was a plus.
Usually I have this experience with songs in anime, that I cringe so hard I have to skip it. But these songs felt really well done and I enjoyed all of their voices.
Animation:
I really really liked the art style. The girls were simply beautiful and I loved how their eyes sparkled. Animation I had no problem with most of the time, I felt like it was smooth and well done.
I had a huge problem with the CGI though. Just like in other (music) animes, the CGI was killing me...
Also, come the OVA, the quality kind of dropped... but that might have been me seeing things.
Entertainment value:
7/10.
I enjoyed this simple anime to the brim.
The main series was a great mix of cute idol girls and backstories that made you love and understand them.
As "an adult" I could relate to them quite some times.
Not only when it came to childhood memories, or working hard or having family troubles... but also during this:
(I really really hate when they add characters at the end of the series!!!)
The Diary of our Days didn't really give us much to work with, but seeing the girls interact together was good enough :D You don't have to watch it if you don't want to, you will not miss out on anything important.
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Conclusion:
Go for it. Seriously.
If you love cute girls, idols and somewhat sad backstories of girls that keep on living and smiling... this is a must watch for you.
22/7 is not only for those who like idols - I for one hate music anime. But this one... it send shivers down my spine and made me grin like an idiot.
If you love cute girls, idols and somewhat sad backstories of girls that keep on living and smiling... this is a must watch for you.
22/7 is not only for those who like idols - I for one hate music anime. But this one... it send shivers down my spine and made me grin like an idiot.
I think it deserves a chance.
