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To Heart2 adnext - Detailed review and recommendation

■ Public Media

OVA

■ Original Media

18+ games

■ Release date

September 23, 2010

■Release and sales

・Seller: Frontier Works Inc.(PLC)(D)

■Frequencies

half an hour

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 2

■Original Story

AQUAPLUS

■ Director

Junichi Sakata

■ Production

・Production: Chaos Project, AQUAPLUS
・Produced by TH2Vad Works

■Works

©2010 AQUAPLUS/TH2Vad Works

■ Story

Beyond the excitement――

After school, Aika and Takaaki organize the books in the library. In order to help each other overcome their aversion to the opposite sex, they continue to "practice" calling each other by their names in the library, but Aika is more conscious of Takaaki than necessary and feels awkward in the space with just the two of them. Her delusions grow and grow, and she experiences unexpected failures and accidents, which makes her happy and sad. One day, Yuji sees the two "practicing" and brings up the topic in class...

※Quoted from AT-X

■Explanation

School heartwarming story "ToHeart2" now available in the OVA series!

This is the fourth installment in the OVA series of the popular romance simulation game "ToHeart2," which was also made into a TV anime. All the heroines start out as acquaintances of the main character, Takaaki, and are somewhat interested in him. There are two episodes in total: one about Aika sorting out the library stacks with Takaaki, and one about Harumi, who feels a sense of rivalry towards Yuki.

*Quoted from Bandai Channel

■Cast

・Komaki Manaka/Rikimaru Noriko/Yuzuhara Konomi/Hase Yurina/Mukaizaka Tamaki/Itou Shizuka/Komaki Ikuno/Kanzaki Chiro/Kusugawa Sasara/Ono Ryoko/Tonami Yuma/Nabatame Hitomi/Sasamori Karin/Nakajima Saki/Himeyuri Sango/Ishizuka Sayori/Himeyuri Ruri/Yoshida Konami/Kusakabe Yuki/Sato Rina/Lucy Maria Misora/Natsuki Rio/Ilfa/Hagiwara Emiko/Kono Harumi/Yamakawa Kotomi/Sylpha/Sakurai Hiromi/Yuzuhara Haruka/Honda Chieko/Mukaizaka Yuji/Toriumi Kosuke/Kono Takaaki/Fukuyama Jun

■ Main staff

・Planning/Naoya Shimokawa ・Original story/AQUAPLUS
・Executive producers: Takeshi Oikawa, Akihiro Kawamura ・Original character designers: Misato Mitsumi, Hisashi Kawata, Itsuki Kanro, Takeshi Nakamura ・Animation character designers: Masahide Yanagisawa, Kenichiro Katsura, Yasuhisa Kato ・Art director: Hiroshi Ito (KUSANAGI)
・Director of photography: Yuichi Katsumata ・Editor: Toshihiko Kojima ・Color setting: Chikako Kamata ・Sound director: Takatoshi Hamano ・Art setting: Kazushige Kanehira (KUSANAGI)
・Background scan/Hiroaki Hirata (KUSANAGI)
Editing: Okayasu Promotion Recording adjustment: Michiya Arakawa, Shuji Imai, Nobuhiro Negishi Recording assistants: Nobuhiro Negishi, Yuichi Morita, Fumihiko Otera, Michiya Arakawa Sound effects: Toshiya Wada (Swara Pro), Kiyotaka Kawada (Swara Pro)
・Recording studios: Prosen Studio, 3S Studio ・Sound production manager: Naruse Keisuke ・Sound production: Magic Capsule ・VTR editing: Good Job TOKYO
・Music: "ToHeart2 (PS2)" by AQUAPLUS (Naoya Shimokawa, Kazuhide Nakagami, Shinya Ishikawa, Junya Matsuoka, Michio Kinugasa), "ToHeart2 (TV series)" by Frontier Works (Yoshi Ueoka, Cornish)
・Assistant Producers: Hiroshi Takano, Daisuke Miyazaki, Satoshi Nagaoka ・Public Relations: Mika Saiki, AQUAPLUS Public Relations Office ・Associate Producers: Takayuki Matsunaga, Hiroyuki Omori ・Producer: Yutaro Mochizuki ・Animation Producer: Satoshi Hasegawa ・Production: Chaos Project, AQUAPLUS
・Director/Junichi Sakata ・Producer/TH2Vad Works

■ Main Characters

Konomi Yuzuhara is Takaaki's childhood friend and is one year younger than him. He still has a childish side and is a bit spoiled. He likes physical activities, but is not very good at studying. His way of thinking is a bit off.
Tamaki Mukaizaka is the daughter of an old family, but has a friendly personality. She is good at sports, studying, housework, and more. She is caring and acts like an older sister, so Takaaki, like her younger brother Yuji, calls her "Tama-nee" and sometimes loves her and sometimes fears her.
・Komaki Manaka is called "Iincho". She is a hard worker and takes good care of others. Although people around her rely on her, she is a reserved person and often refuses help from others. She is a member of the literature committee and often visits the library.
The student council president of Kusugawa Sasara Academy, she is one year older than Takaaki. She has a somewhat strict personality and doesn't let people get close to her, which makes the other students afraid of her.
Yuji Mukaizaka is Tamaki's younger brother. He and Takaaki have been classmates and best friends since childhood, and they have known each other very well. His personality is the opposite of Takaaki's, he is a playful guy and likes girls. His camera is an item he can't live without, as he takes amazing pictures of girls.
Takaaki Kono is childhood friends with Tamaki, who is one year older than him, and Konomi, who is one year younger than him. He is not very good at interacting with women, and is a softie who can easily be deceived.

■Subtitle

・#1／First Name(2010/09/23)
・#2／Trash Basket Memory(2010/12/22)

■ Related works

・ToHeart2 TV version・OVA ToHeart2
・ToHeart2 ad
・ToHeart2 adplus
・ToHeart2 adplus Short Story ・ToHeart2 adnext Short Story ・ToHeart2 Dungeon Travelers

■ Theme songs and music

・OP1
・Tokimeki ・Lyrics by Naoko Sutani ・Music by Junya Matsuoka ・Arrangement by Junya Matsuoka ・Singer by Rena Uehara

・ED1
・Departure・Lyrics by Hazuki Endo・Composition by Michio Kinugasa・Arrangement by Michio Kinugasa・Singer by Rena Uehara

Detailed evaluation and recommendation

"To Heart2 adnext" was released in 2010 as the fourth installment of the OVA series based on the popular romance simulation game "ToHeart2" originally created by AQUAPLUS. This work depicts heartwarming episodes between the protagonist Takaaki Kono and the heroines, focusing especially on the relationship between Aika Komaki and Takaaki Kono. Below, we will explain in detail the appeal and features of this work, as well as recommended points.

The appeal of the story

The story of "To Heart2 adnext" depicts the delicate relationship between Takaaki and Aika, set in the library after school as they organize the stacks. The scene where they call each other by their first names as a form of "practice" to overcome their aversion to the opposite sex evokes empathy from viewers. Aika's nervousness and the way her delusions grow highlight her cuteness, drawing viewers in. Additionally, the scene where they are spotted by Yuuji and the story spreads throughout the class evokes the bittersweetness of youth. The emotional fluctuations that arise from these small everyday occurrences move viewers deeply.

Character Appeal

Each character in this series is unique and leaves a strong impression on viewers. Komaki Aika in particular is charming with her hardworking and kind nature that takes care of others. Her reservedness and tendency to turn down help from others resonate with viewers. Additionally, Kono Takaaki's difficulty in interacting with women and his good-natured nature also make him seem more human. Yuhara Konomi's spoiled side and Mukaizaka Tamaki's sister-like caring nature are also elements that endear them to viewers. The story woven by these characters provides viewers with a comfortable time.

Production Details

AQUAPLUS and Chaos Project are involved in the production of "To Heart2 adnext," which faithfully recreates the worldview of the original work. Director Junichi Sakata carefully depicts the characters' emotional expressions and everyday scenes, deeply moving viewers. In addition, the music was composed by AQUAPLUS's Naoya Shimokawa and Junya Matsuoka, and the beautiful melodies that complement the atmosphere of the original work enhance the appeal of the work. In particular, the opening theme "Tokimeki" and the ending theme "Tabidachi" are masterpieces that will resonate in the hearts of viewers.

Recommended points

"To Heart2 adnext" is a heartwarming work that depicts the bittersweetness of youth and the growth of the characters. It is especially recommended for fans of romance simulation games and viewers who like slice-of-life anime. It is also a work that can be enjoyed by those who are interested in the personalities and relationships of the characters. It is also recommended for those who want to know the world view of the original game and those who want to watch the entire OVA series. This work will provide viewers with a comfortable time and make them feel the emotional fluctuations that arise from small everyday events.

Comparison with related works

"To Heart2 adnext" is positioned as one of the OVA series, but it has its own characteristics compared to other related works. For example, the TV version of "To Heart2" depicts a wider range of characters and stories, while the OVA series has many episodes that focus on specific characters. "To Heart2 adnext" is a work that focuses on the relationship between Aika and Takaaki, and deeply moves the viewers. In addition, "To Heart2 adplus" and "To Heart2 adnext Short Story" also depict episodes of specific characters, providing the viewers with a new perspective. By watching all of these related works, you can gain a deeper understanding of the world of "To Heart2".

Viewers' reactions

"To Heart2 adnext" has been highly praised by viewers. Many viewers have been particularly moved by the relationship between Aika and Takaaki, and the story that depicts the growth of the characters. The attention to detail in the music and production has also been praised, providing viewers with a pleasant experience. Furthermore, fans of the original game have praised the faithful reproduction of the worldview, and the OVA series has also been highly praised. These reactions from viewers show that "To Heart2 adnext" is a work that is loved by many people.

summary

"To Heart2 adnext" is a heartwarming work that depicts the bittersweetness of youth and the growth of the characters. It is especially recommended for fans of romance simulation games and viewers who like slice-of-life anime. It is also a work that can be enjoyed by those who are interested in the personalities and relationships of the characters. It is also recommended for those who want to know the world view of the original game and those who want to watch the entire OVA series. This work will provide viewers with a comfortable time and make them feel the emotional fluctuations that arise from small everyday events. Please watch "To Heart2 adnext" and experience its charm.