Kono Aozora ni Yakusoku wo

This anime Kono Aozora ni Yakusoku wo, a school life and romance anime, is about a young boy named Hoshino Wataru, who lived in Tsugumi dormitory. He tells a story about his last three years at school on the island and the girls, how he met them.

Story: Kono Aozora ni Yakusoku wo is an anime for those, who love school animes. I agree the storyline isn't that amazing as I hoped. It failed because the episode is cutted into two episodes for the six girls in this anime. The story is simple: Wataru is talking about the past, how he met the girls and how to solve the problems of the girls. I guess the maker of this anime didn't managed the anime to be like the game.

Music: It's just too nice. The background music is nice, opening and ending music is nice too.

Animation: I love the animation.

Overall: In my opinion, it is not wasted time to watch it. I recommended for those, who love or like Shuffle! and/or Kanon. The storyline tried to be like the anime Shuffle!, but there was a limit at 13 episodes. It would be awesome, if there where more than 13 episodes to bring the storyline a little bit up. Some of you might know, that Kono Aozora ni Yakusoku wo has a H-Rated game, which the storyline is amazing than the anime.


This is my first review so, don't kill me, 'kay :)?

One thing i can say is this harem is pretty unique but at the same time so ordinary/bland, it might sound confusing but i will elaborate it a little more.
This harem anime is actually more focused on the friendship and the days in the dorm rather than the romance other than Naoko the rest or the character story seem ok to me. For Naoko's route it seemed like it had the most potential to really got to the max or even umi but the shit ass producers who animated this decided to just go for neutrality so many questions are left unaswered. though this is a good anime and i enjoyed it especially Wataru's funny moments LOL i seriously would not advice people to watch this if you are not a serious lover of romance/comedy/harem anime and if you are just a serious harem lover then you might be a little disappointed

Okay. So I'm going to admit this is the first ever harem anime I've ever watched. I'm also going to admit that it really isn't the best series ever. It's based an adult visual novel which was then made into a video game for the PS2 as well as the PSP. The adult content is not even seen within the series, however. There are, of course, those moments of "fan-service" with the almost panty shots and the bikini top coming off, but they are actually at a minimum.

Storyline
The story is about a group of students living in their school dormitory, only they are the only ones living there, and the owners of the school want to tear it down. The story for each episode somewhat differs. Every two episodes are a continuation of the story of how the main character, Hoshino, met each of the girls living at the dormitories with him. (which, let's be realistic, no school would do that right?) The main storyline of the series, I believe, is a bit more realistic and original than most. However, since the stories of each two episodes combine rather badly, the viewers can be left a little lost. I know I was.

Music
So about the music. The main things, of course, are the opening and ending theme songs. The opening song is by KAORI with the title being the same as the anime - "Kono Aozora ni Yakusoku wo." It's a pretty standard poppy anime opening. It's not bad by any means, just pretty generic, with vocals that aren't as nasally as the standards. The ending theme ("Aozora no Fantasia" by Ayumi Murata) is also about the same way. As for the actual soundtrack within the series - it's basically your standard anime background music. I can't really say much else on it because it's not very memorable and pretty generic.

Characters
Oh goodness. Okay, so the characters. The main character, Hoshino, is your run of the mill realistic anime hero. He gets put into various situations that cause him to get into trouble, and he always manages to get out of it. As for the female characters - they're just about as standard anime as you can get. There's the shy girl who always cries, the air-headed female teacher, the tomboyish character who refuses to be apart of the group but eventually joins, the mature girl, the monotonous child figure, and the modest rich girl. Nothing special about the characters at all.

Animation
Probably the best thing about this anime. The animation is very smooth and transitions well.

The Verdict
If you're really a huge fan of harem anime, then this is about as bland as they get. I wouldn't recommend it unless you're the type of person who likes cute romances that don't involve gratuitous amounts of vulgarities and enormous breasts. I think the only reason I kept up with watching it was because of its extremely short length (13 episodes).

I have seen this particular anime twice. I like that the episodes were about each of the 6 female leads that live in a old dormitory. All were seen through the eyes of the male lead Wataru Hoshino. I enjoyed the complexity and interactions between the cast. For those who like anime based around a school theme this might be the anime for you. This is an anime that I will watch again and again. I will enjoy it for it simplicity and truthfulness.

I thought to myself.."Didn't I WATCH this anime before?"...OH, no, of course not...It was just yet ANOTHER boring harem with a very drawn out plot. You got the blond-haired twin-tail, the grouchy "I-don't-like-you-but-I-actually-do"...the MILf...The loli...The retarded one (Who's voice sounds li-ke sh...e has t...o ta-l-k li...ke thi-s"...Utterly horrible.

Storyline: There's a storyline? On an anime based from a HENTAI game? No thanks. Trashy and overdramatic, it had so many cliches that I could cry...Except that I was so annoyed watching this anime, I went outside and kicked a puppy. Stupid, stupid ugly dogs...

Music: It was pretty decent. I'm not much of a fan for music, and expecially not Japanese music (With those few rare exceptions...) (I'm looking at YOU, Lucky Star..Yes, YOU)...It was kinda enjoyable to listen to on this show. Not too re-used or hashed, it seemed a bit unique.

Characters: LOL. Look at any other Harem anime. 6(ANDAMILF) girls+1guy=? Do the math...Please.

Animation: Surprisingly good. They cheaped out here and there to cut ends, obviously, but for the main part, it was good. A few "Dragging-on-looping-characters-not-moving" parts, but overall...Decent.

Conclusion: Drawn-out, re-re-re-hashed, boring and typical. A decent bit of music, and not too shabby animation...1.5/5. (Bad).

Why do i feel I've just took it up the arse and had no idea what went on after watching the first episode? Because thats what this is... I've read most of the reviews and some people have said its confusing at first but becomes clearer having watched it all. How they managed that i have no idea.

First episode starts off taking place in his dormitory bedroom where the main character, Wataru Hoshino, finds a girl who he cant remember in his bed... Well ok i thought, carried on watching. 5 mins later? 10 mins later? End of the episode? GIVE ME SOME BACKGROUND PLEASE. I have no idea what his relationships are with any of the girls. Noticeably one of the female leads, Umi Hayama, likes Wataru but thats about all i got.

Arguments, Drama, Romance (I presume), Drama, Probably some comedy if you watch past the first episode. Oh and did i mention Drama? After reaching the end of the first episode i felt they were trying to drown me. Bombarded with loads of stuff left me feeling confused. I Didn't feel any sympathy for any of the characters when i was presumably supposed to. Hats off to you people who watched it all. (God forbid.)

Someone mentioned a Hentai game equivalent? Taking this into account, along with the episode names (Episode 1 - Sawaki Rinna (Part 1 and Part 2) given to each of the female leads im presuming every what? Two - Three episodes are dedicated to the relationships between Wataru and the designated female lead? If so then there isnt really any storyline what so ever ><.

Another review compared this to Kanon? No dude... No. Imagine Lamune but with every left turn you take there's another girl, Presumably another story (with 2 episodes of length) and about 50 more reasons for the characters to cry. I used Lamune because it is sort of similar and took the Right way (See what i did there.) It stuck to the relationship between Nanami and Kenji.

Bear in mind i am writing this based off the first episode and presumptions of later episodes, as that is all i could manage. So it might seem abit bias to the fact it sucked. They need to give me something in first episode to keep me engaged, or at-least hope that it can be built upon.

I gave an overall rating of 3/5 because I think that everything, from the story to the animation and the music. The point is, there is nothing where I can pick, and there is nothing that is extraordinary. Thus, the average rating. Because it is just like an average anime. You can like the song well enough after hearing it for some time, though it is not something that will make you remember forever.

What that will make you remember forever is the story. The story is told in a different manner, that much I will admit. Initially, this story will bring in mind stories such as Fruits Basket or even Elfen Lied (the brighter part, mind you), where students lived together without or almost without adult supervision, where student have to prepare things and make their own life comfortable. It is those kind of anime that makes you wonder, hey, is that real life? Will I be able to cook as well as she is? Will we be that organised and neat if we were to do that? Chances are, we won't, so don't count on it. Yet, despite its common setting, this anime sets itself aparts with its manner of narration.

Hoshino Wataru, the only boy in the dorm, is the one who narrates the tale by telling how he came to meet the girls one by one, and how they affect each other, and mostly, Wataru's life. I must say, the order of the story of each is VERY interesting... Initially, it may confuse one, but after going thru episode by episode, you will get used to it and slowly absorb yourself into the story. You start off with the ONE girl that probably makes the most impression on Wataru..... with a first impression as sleeping in only her undergarments, it is no surprise. It then continues on, with 2 episodes for a girl.

Even if you do not remember their names by the end of the short 13 episodes, you ARE SURE to remember them.

If there is anything I don't like, it would be Umi.... I can't stand girls like her, who is what I feel like a "spoilt brat" who can't get anything done. You might argue with me, but I have a HARD time trying to watch her episode. At the end of the anime though, you get to nod in approval of her character development. You get to say, ahhh, this girl has grown up after all! Indeed, this is a light-hearted and warm-filled anime that will pull you along with its footsteps. In the matter of 13 episodes, you will feel as if you know the last one year of the characters' life already!