透明な夜に駆ける君と、目に見えない恋をした。

Romance between slightly older characters is such a nice change of pace. Maybe it's because we're coming off the back of Botan Kamiina but I'd love to see them going out drinking or something, once they become a little more comfortable with each other. Koharu pulling out all the moves this episode - "accidentally" dropping her cane, orchestrating some alone time with Sorano at the piano with the help of her friend, little touches and moments on the ship and in the rain.

You know I wonder if blind people have a “love at first sight” moment except without the sight. Instead it’s like falling love with the sound of their voice? Or the way they interact? How gentle they are? I wonder if she felt something about him from the beginning, cause it definitely seems like she’s developing feelings quite fast. The way her face lights up when she hears him and that smile is just so frigging cute.

Kakeru was doing his best to avoid being shipped but I think it's inevitable now that they've gone on one for real. Just get on the boat, dude, she's all frowny. That said bringing in Titanic as a movie reference is mildly concerning in a romcom, all things considered. Especially after starting episode one as a flashforward to someone in a hospital. I hope they lean more into Koharu's piano playing, that was nice.

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I am only mentioning this as a structural framing device. I have a strong feeling that the focus here will be on our two protagonists finding happiness together -- regardless of whatever problems are faced. And even if faced by loss, feeling gratitude for what they shared rather than resentment about what may be passing away. At least for now, I am going to view this through a specifically Buddhist philosophical lens. (Note: I find Girls Last Tour, including its manga conclusion, ultimately joyful -- because I see it as very much a Buddhist parable for lay people).

Honestly, love the pace we’re going with these two. There’s no misunderstandings or drama but not everything is smooth sailing either. Though I think that mostly falls to Sorano being a negative nancy in general. Can feel Fuyutsuki has been doing a lot of the heavy lifting so far but towards the end of the episode, you can also feel the gap closing in a bit. I’m pretty sure we’re gonna get to more heavy stuff with Sorano’s family and possibly Fuyutsuki condition, but for now I’m enjoying the slow, sweet, slightly clumsy thing they have going on

Kakeru might try to tell himself otherwise, but you can already see from some his actions that he’s gotten attached to Koharu. Like how Kakeru told Koharu a little white lie about needing to go the same direction as her, whilst he’d in fact been heading the other way. Also note how Kakeru introduced himself at the ship’s entrance. He’d remembered that Koharu cannot immediately recognise everyone from voice alone.

It’s interesting to look at the ship from Koharu’s perspective; it might not seem like a big deal, even to me and I don’t consider myself a fan of naval-themed things, but for her, it must have been an incredible experience. I sort of get where Kakeru is coming from: he wants to acknowledge the "suspension bridge effect" to avoid the relationship getting too deep, which is why he keeps using her surname. Yet, it’s inevitable; deep down, he knows he’s already bound to Koharu, it just remains to be seen how he’ll handle it.

I’m enjoying it so far but have to admit there’s something about the MC’s demeanor and reticence which I find off putting and grating on my nerves. He’s just so damned hesitant to speak or do normal things. But I’m sure I’ll get used to it and the pacing as things continue to evolve. Also know some of it is cultural. But it’s ok to accept and welcome new friendships even if you don’t think or expect it’s anything romantic. Guess I’m more used to people thrown into a new environment and meeting people to be a little more willing to talk and get to know one another. Feels like pulling teeth with him. But then again, it’s only the second episode and she’s at least determined to get past his barriers, which is good. I think left to his own devices he’d never make a single new friend.

I actually think he'll be pulled out of his shell before you have time to get used to it! This episode went pretty hard in that direction. He was legitimately pulled under the couple's umbrella (tm) after all... I do think it's cool to bear witness to someone's less-than-desireable inner speech in an anime, though. I think being hardwired to avoid extra trouble and attention is probably more familiar to local viewers of the show, too.

I said last week that Kakeru's monologuing was very tell-don't-show, as you might expect from something originally written as a light novel, but it got even more so this week. I don't think I can take the combo of Kakeru's long inner thoughts and his extreme resistance to... well, everything. Hayamin's voice is like the only redeemable thing about this show. But even that is bittersweet, because hearing her voice also means seeing Koharu try so hard for this guy.

Who could say no to this? She may be blind, but she's still mastered puppy dog pleading eyes. Wow, Given names after only two episodes, how lewd. But obviously its been longer for them. Have to imagine that in that month she's found various excuses for him to hang out with her. Blind people having 'better' hearing really depends on what you call 'better hearing'. Physically they're the same, but you could say the signals are more efficient. I think her body is definitely more sensitive to touch the way she reacted when she felt him grab her from behind.

Kakeru has definitely improved this episode, but man, the dude needs to learn to say no if he doesn't want to. Also, Yuko really needs to take on less committee work, instead of dumping her work on Kakeru. Minor character issues aside, the rest of the episode was pretty fun! I'd like to believe that Koharu dropped her cane on purpose so she can spend time with Kakeru. . And while that wasn't the case, she did hope he'd pick it up for her. Koharu definitely has a crush on Koharu tho. You don't just ask a friend to recreate the Titanic "I'm flying!" scene . Also, the way Koharku asked Kakeru to call each other their given names makes it pretty obvious. She wanted to become closer to him. Koharu isn't really wasting any time here!