One Week Friends
High school sophomore Yūki Hase noticed that Kaori Fujimiya, his classmate, was always alone. He tried to start a conversation with her but was turned down: "My memories of friendship can last only a week," she said. Despite of knowing this shocking truth, Yūki keeps trying to be Kaori's "new" friend every week.
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Plot Summary
Hase Yuuki is a high school student who is not very interested in making friends. He encounters Fujimiya Kaori, a mysterious girl who claims she loses her memories of her friends every week. Despite her condition, Yuuki becomes determined to befriend her, trying to bridge the gap caused by her recurring memory loss.
Critical Reception
One Week Friends was generally well-received by critics and audiences for its heartwarming story and emotional depth. The anime was praised for its unique premise and the touching portrayal of friendship and memory.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its emotional resonance and exploration of memory and friendship.
- Appreciated for its gentle pacing and character development.
- Seen as a heartwarming and poignant story about connection.
Google audience: Google users largely appreciate the anime for its touching story about friendship and memory loss. Many viewers found the characters endearing and the emotional narrative compelling, leading to a high approval rating.
Fun Fact
The manga series on which the anime is based was serialized in Square Enix's Monthly Shonen Gangan magazine.
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