First Love Limited. The appeal and evaluation of the DVD version video bonus "Limited Girl"

The appeal and reviews of "First Love Limited": an OVA depicting the bittersweetness of youth

"First Love Limited" is an OVA based on the manga of the same name by Mizuki Kawashita, and all six episodes were released on DVD in 2009. It was animated by JCSTAFF and directed by Yoshiki Yamakawa. The story depicts the bittersweetness of youth and the thrill of first love, and is loved by many fans. Below, we will introduce detailed information about the work, its reviews, and recommended points.

story

First Love Limited is set at Yukinoshita Junior High School. The protagonist, Ayumi Arihara, is a second-year girl in love with love. She receives a confession from a high school student, Misao Zaitsu, who looks like he's a thug. However, Ayumi's heart is set on her classmate, Mamoru Zaitsu. Mamoru is Misao's younger brother, and he has feelings for someone else. This complicated love story is at the heart of the story, depicting the bittersweetness of youth.

The OVA version also includes short stories from the original comics, and in particular, "Limited Edition Girl." features a humorous episode in which the clumsy Ando Soako forgets to put on her underwear when she goes to school. Including episodes like this, you can enjoy various aspects of youth.

character

There are many unique characters in First Love Limited. The main characters are introduced below.

Second year junior high school students

• Ayumi Arihara : A lively girl with poor grades. She falls in love with Mamoru, but Misao confesses his love to her, and the "Legend of Arihara's Strongest" is born.
• Bessho Koyoi: She loves her older brother Yoshihiko and regards Yamamoto Misaki, whom Yoshihiko is attracted to, as a rival, calling him the "Great Demon God."
• Chikura Nao: A kind and modest girl who is attracted to a painting in the art room and falls in love with the artist, Renjo Yukito.
• Rika Dobashi: She is quiet and doesn't show her emotions, but she is an excellent athlete and the ace of the tennis club. She keeps a close eye on Terai's efforts.
• Enomoto Kei: A beautiful girl who attracts the attention of the opposite sex. She becomes attracted to the monkey-faced Kusuda. She is a member of the handicraft club.
• Mamoru Zaits : A serious and timid beautiful boy. He has a crush on his childhood friend Misaki. For Ayumi, he is like a prince.
• Kusuda Etsu : He is perverted and easily gets carried away, but he cares about Kei and acts in a manly way, such as helping her.
• Sogabe Hiroyuki : He is secretly in love with Nao, but is often self-conscious and ends up spinning his wheels.
• Terai Haruto : He's treated like a burden in the tennis club, but Rika is the only one who sees his hard work.
• Ando Soako : She is the ultimate clumsy girl, and often finds herself in dire straits, such as forgetting to put on her underwear on the way to school.

High school freshman class

• Misaki Yamamoto : A cool beauty who is loved by both Mamoru and Yoshihiko, but is conscious of Yuuji. A martial arts fan.
• Meguru Watase : A big-breasted, glasses-wearing class president. She has a talent for swimming, but quit because she didn't like the attention being paid to her breasts.
• Enomoto Yu : Kei's older sister, but her youthful appearance makes her popular with many boys. She has a naive personality.
• Yoshihiko Bessho : A kind-hearted older brother who is exhausted by his younger sister, Koyoi. Although he admires Misaki, he gives Yuji advice on his love life.
• Arihara Yuji: He dotes on his younger sister Ayumi, but she often rejects him.
• Misao Zaits : He has a ferocious physique that is nothing like Mamoru's, but he has a meticulous and innocent personality. He is in love with Ayumi.

Production Staff

The following staff members are involved in the production of "First Love Limited."

• Original story : Mizuki Kawashita (published by Shueisha's Jump Comics)
• Director : Yoshiki Yamakawa
• Screenplay : Mariko Kunizawa
• Storyboard : Koichi Takada
• Directed by : Yoshiki Yamakawa
• Chief animation director : Tomoyuki Shimotani
• Animation Director : Shinya Hasegawa, Keiko Ijima, Keiichi Sano
• Animation Production : JCSTAFF

cast

The voice actors for "First Love Limited" are as follows:

• Ando Soako : Goto Saori
• Ayumi Arihara : Mariya Ise
• Satoshi Enomoto : Shizuka Ito
• Rika Dobashi : Minako Kotobuki
• Koyoi Bessho : Aki Toyosaki
• Chikura Nao : Fujimura Ayumi
• Mamoru Zaitsu : Miyu Irino
• Misao Zaitsu : Kenji Nomura
• Cape Yamamoto : Rie Tanaka
• Meguru Watase : Ryoko Shiraishi
• Enomoto evening : Satomi Sato
• Yuji Arihara : Hiroyuki Yoshino
• Gengoro Takei : Kazuya Nakai
• Yukito Renjo : Akira Ishida
• Yoshitaka Kusuda : Shintaro Asanuma
• Hiroyuki Sogabe : Takahiro Sakurai
• Haruto Terai : Nobuhiko Okamoto
• Yoshihiko Bessho : Satoshi Hino
• Violet Fudomiya : Ayako Kawasumi
• Kumanohana : Sayuri Yahagi

Theme songs and music

The ending theme "Hatsukoi Limited" is sung by marble, with lyrics by micco and music and arrangement by Tatsuya Kikuchi. The melody and lyrics of this song symbolize the bittersweetness of youth, and add to the atmosphere of the work.

Rating and Recommended Points

"First Love Limited" is highly acclaimed as a work that depicts the bittersweetness of youth and the thrill of first love. In particular, the following points are recommended.

1. A realistic portrayal of youth

This work depicts various aspects of youth realistically. Not only love, but also friendship, family ties, and the process of growing up are carefully depicted, evoking empathy from the viewer. In particular, the worries and joys of the main characters are depicted so realistically that you will be able to recall your own youth.

2. Characters with a wide range of personalities

"First Love Limited" features many unique characters. Each character has their own worries, dreams, and love lives, making it easy for viewers to empathize with them. The relationships between the characters are also fascinating, adding to the excitement of the story.

3. Comical episodes

In the OVA version, the episode "Limited Girl" is particularly comical and enjoyable. The situation in which the clumsy Ando Soako forgets to put on her underwear and goes to school is sure to make you laugh. Including episodes like this, you can enjoy various aspects of youth.

4. Beautiful animation

The animation by JCSTAFF is beautifully and carefully drawn. In particular, the characters' expressions and movements are drawn in detail, allowing you to feel the changes in their emotions realistically. The backgrounds and colors are also beautiful, making it a visual treat.

5. A moving story

"First Love Limited" not only depicts the bittersweetness of youth, but also a moving story. In particular, the characters' growth and the ending of their love will move the audience. By watching the story to the end, you will be able to feel the beauty and importance of youth.

Related Titles

The following works are related to "First Love Limited."

• First Love Limited: Original Manga
• Just before the broadcast! "First Love Limited." Broadcast Start Special Always makes me excited when it starts!! : Special program before the broadcast starts
• First Love? After School Talk. : After School Talk Show

Conclusion

"First Love Limited" is loved by many fans as a work that depicts the bittersweetness of youth and the excitement of first love. Its unique characters, realistic depictions, comical episodes, beautiful animation, and moving story are its charms. This work is especially recommended for those who are nostalgic for their youth and those who like love stories. Please feel the beauty and importance of youth through this work.