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Just Because

  • TV Mini Series
  • 2017
  • 23m
IMDb RATING
6.9/10
1K
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Just Because (2017)
AnimeAnimationDramaRomance

Four high school students are ready for their university life, but with a new transfer student, it all changes.Four high school students are ready for their university life, but with a new transfer student, it all changes.Four high school students are ready for their university life, but with a new transfer student, it all changes.

  • Stars
    • Aoi Ichikawa
    • Karin Isobe
    • Taishi Murata
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    6.9/10
    1K
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    • Stars
      • Aoi Ichikawa
      • Karin Isobe
      • Taishi Murata
    • 12User reviews
    • 1Critic review
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  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 2 wins & 8 nominations total

    Episodes12

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    Aoi Ichikawa
    • Eita Izumi
    • 2017
    Karin Isobe
    • Mio Natsume
    • 2017
    Taishi Murata
    • Haruto Soma
    • 2017
    Yuna Yoshino
    • Hazuki Morikawa
    • 2017
    Lynn
    Lynn
    • Ena Komiya
    • 2017
    Arisa Sakuraba
    • Yoriko Inui
    • 2017
    Sayaka Senbongi
    Sayaka Senbongi
    • Mayuko Sato
    • 2017
    Reina Kondô
    Reina Kondô
    • Momoka Suzuki
    • 2017
    Mie Sonozaki
    • Eita's mother
    • 2017
    Kôhei Amasaki
    • Junpei Saruwatari
    • 2017
    Tôru Ôkawa
    • Watanabe-sensei
    • 2017
    Yuka Nukui
    Yuka Nukui
    • Sanae Takahashi
    • 2017
    Junichi Yanagita
    • Toru Shimizu
    • 2017
    Shôta Yamamoto
    • Rikuo Ishigaki
    • 2017
    Daiki Kobayashi
    • Kaoru Yamaguchi
    • 2017
    Satsumi Matsuda
    • Mitsuru Morikawa…
    • 2017
    Ayaka Asai
    • Mina Natsume
    • 2017
    Nozomi Furuki
    • Yuzuru Morikawa
    • 2017
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    10bhuiyantahmid5

    Extremely underrated

    Just because is one of the most realistic romance anime I've seen so far and I don't know why people don't talk about it much often.

    The plot is pretty simple but the execution, the background music, the characters are all done with great care. Its like a warm hug whenever I feel lonely and that's why I find myself coming to it more often than not. No exaggerated plot lines, just realistic storytelling with utmost subtlety. And it's this subtlety which makes this anime so likeable and so relatable to me.

    Some may complain about the ending being a little rushed but I feel if you analyze the opening credits closely you'll know that's how they wanted to do it all along and frankly I don't mind.

    Overall a must watch with your loved one. I bet it'll make you nostalgic regarding your school years.
    4thomasmorus

    Cute anime, but...

    Although the very ending is rushed and not fair to the audience that waited so long for a splashing ending, this anime is cute and will bring warm fuzzy feelings to your heart.

    The problem is that it will only do that in the last episodes. It's way too dragged out. The slice of life moments used as fillers are boring and not really required. That time is dearly missed towards the ending that becomes way too rushed and fairly illogical. The last episode should be redone, then the rating would for sure go up. Till there's an ONA of sorts doing that, what we have here is a high-school romance anime with some potential and that is cute, but isn't by any means special and whose character development is cut short. When they begin to become interesting, it ends. And it doesn't compensate for all the wasted time in the first episodes (I recommend watching it at 2x speed even), the positive points come too little, too late.
    1Malauraashley

    Terrible

    The introduction of numerous characters at once creates confusion, making it difficult to distinguish between them, which can be quite frustrating. The show's opening sequence was poorly executed; it begins with the characters in middle school and suddenly jumps to their high school years as graduation approaches, without any explanation. I initially thought one character had moved away, only to discover he casually walked onto the campus of his former classmates-this was the transition. The love story was, at best, forgettable. The lack of character development significantly reduced the show's appeal. I found myself fast-forwarding through the final episodes due to the slow pacing, and many filler episodes felt unnecessary. Overall, this has been one of the worst series I have ever watched.
    9tranthang-28200

    A good slice of life genre movie to watch!!

    When I saw Natsume and Eita, I found myself 5 years ago. During the film, my mind replayed all the memories of me and my first love. This movie is so chilling and good to watch on cold days. After that, go outside, take a breath, and your mind, your soul will be eased and lightened. It will be worth your time to spend in 13 episodes.
    6Mysterygeneration

    Today's youth

    Today's youth often have quite the experience in high school. I can recall a period of time in high school when everything seemed to be different. It's similar like stepping foot in a brand-new environment full of options. Relationships, friends, and activities. It's a place where people may develop their futures in addition to studying. It doesn't offer the same prospects for job development as college, but it does present some of them, including the possibility of partnerships. After four years, Eita Izumi returns to his hometown to meet up with his buddies from middle school.

    Characters in Hajime Kamoshida's original anime Just Because are followed as they traverse puberty. With a focus on realistic subjects and likable characters like Eita, Haruto, and Mio, the drama stars Eita Izumi and her classmates. The show is a welcome addition to anime television because of its relatable relationships and sad tone.

    Character chemistry and a range of personalities are the main themes of the compelling television program Just Because. The characters in the program are connected visually, dramatically, and thematically, with a focus on developing their personalities initially. The gloomy form of expression used in the slow-paced relationship lets the characters shine through their differences. Although some viewers might view the character relationships in the show as predetermined, it does a good job of emphasizing the value of accepting and respecting interpersonal variances.

    Adolescent issues are explored in the anime, as each character works for their aspirations of being a photographer, musician, or college student. The narrative is accessible and realistic, making one think of their time in high school. The characters in the program are self-aware and understand the value of being a high school student, and the cheerful tone maintains a constant pace. Character connections, however, can be predictable, and there are periods when the plot is formulaic and repetitious. Along with showcasing the value of life discovery and the difficulties experienced by high school students, the anime also includes characters like Haruto, Mio, and Ena who negotiate the rigors of high school. The anime is nonetheless relatable and interesting in spite of these problems, which makes it a worthwhile addition to any anime library.

    Just Because, an original anime, doesn't suffer from adaptation standards, but viewers have a natural sense of when the number of episodes is right. It felt, to be honest, about appropriate for 12 episodes to sell its plot without going over. Characters' personalities and duties are effectively established in the first part of the program. Through characterisation, connections, and discoveries, the second half expands upon them. This characters' trip is akin to a life journey towards their future, and tales such as this have the potential to motivate viewers.

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    • Release date
      • October 5, 2017 (Japan)
    • Country of origin
      • Japan
    • Official sites
      • Official site (Japan)
      • Official Twitter site
    • Languages
      • Japanese
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Just Because!
    • Filming locations
      • Tokyo, Japan(Studio)
    • Production company
      • Pine Jam
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    • Runtime
      23 minutes
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.78 : 1

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