Kobato.

Kobato Hanato is a cheerful but clumsy orphan girl who has been tasked with a mission: to collect the "konpeito" (sugar candies) from the hearts of people she helps to heal their wounded or lonely hearts. She has a mysterious talking companion, Ioryogi, who is a dog-like creature that is always cynical about her efforts. Kobato has a special glass bottle to collect the konpeito, and she hopes to fulfill her mission to be reunited with someone important to her.

Kobato. received generally positive reviews from critics and audiences alike, praising its heartwarming story, charming animation, and emotional depth. While some found the pacing slow at times, the overall sentiment was that it was a touching and well-crafted anime series that explored themes of love, healing, and connection effectively.

• Praised for its emotional storytelling and endearing protagonist.
• Appreciated for its beautiful animation and heartwarming themes.
• Some viewers found the plot progression to be slow, but the overall message was impactful.

Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly loved Kobato., highlighting its incredibly heartwarming and emotional story. Many viewers found themselves deeply moved by Kobato's kindness and her mission to heal others. The animation and character designs were also frequently praised, contributing to a universally positive viewing experience.

The character of Ioryogi, Kobato's talking companion, is revealed to be a spirit who can only communicate when Kobato is in possession of a specific type of sake.