Ameiro Cocoa Side G #4 Review and Review: Enjoy the continuation of the sweet story

Rainy Cocoa Side G #4 - Ameiro Cocoa Side G

■ Public Media

TV anime series

■ Original Media

comics

■ Broadcast period

January 9, 2019 - March 27, 2019
1:35～

■Broadcasting station

Broadcast: TOKYO MX, SUN-TV

■Frequencies

2 minutes

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 12

■Original Story

・Original work/IAM Electronic Publishing

■ Director

・Director: Hisashi Ishii

■ Production

・Animation Production: EMT Squared

■Works

©IAM Electronic Publishing/Team SIDE G All Rights Reserved.

■ Story

One peaceful day.
The silence is broken by the sound of a girl kicking open the door to the cafe "Rainy Color." Her name is Amami Yoko.
She is the daughter of Koji Amami, the owner of this cafe.
"At least keep your promise, you damn old man!"
The person shouting this was Amami Koji, the source of the commotion.

Yoko becomes increasingly annoyed at Koji, who not only skipped their trip, but is now planning to go on a trip to Hawaii himself.
However, when Rain, the mascot dog for "Rainy Color," appears, Yoko freezes up.
In fact, Yoko was extremely afraid of dogs.
As he frantically fled, he found the suitcase in which Koji had packed his belongings...

Crash!

Yoko tripped over the suitcase and fell, smashing Koji's vase nearby to pieces.
As punishment for shattering the vase, Yoko becomes the head of the "Rainy Color" agency during the summer vacation...

Along with Yoko and her friends' struggles, this heartwarming story depicts what we can do for others, giving you a moment of relief.

■Explanation

A heartwarming story about hardworking girls set in the cafe "Rainy Color"!

■Cast

・Yoko/Eriko Matsui・Non/Miharu Hanai・Marina/Marina Yamada・Ikumi/Chiaki Omigawa・Kate/Hiyori Omori・Cocoa/Natsuko Hara・Meru/Aina Suzuki・Koji Amami/Ryo Horikawa

■ Main staff

・Original work: IAM Electronic Publishing ・Planning: Team sideG
・Production: Team sideG
・Director: Hisashi Ishii ・Series Composition: Saeka Fujimoto ・Character Design: Eri Tokugawa ・Animation Production: EMT Squared

■ Main Characters

Yoko is the daughter of Amami Koji, the owner of the cafe "Rainy Color." She is a strong-willed and energetic high school girl. She struggles every day at the mercy of her free-spirited father. Or so she thinks, but in fact Yoko herself has a troublemaking side... (is it because of her father's blood?).
During the school summer vacation, he becomes assistant manager at "Rainy Color." He doesn't like dogs.

・Non Yoko's friend. She works part-time with Yoko and the others. Her special skill is drawing illustrations. She has a gentle personality, but is she actually the most reliable?

・Marina Yoko's friend. She has a tsundere personality, but she can't say no when someone relies on her, so she starts working part-time with Yoko and the others. She's at an age where she's a bit concerned about the difference in her bust size compared to the people around her.

・Ikumi Kate's friend. She has a mature appearance and behavior. She understands Kate better than anyone else.

Kate is a cool, beautiful girl who happens to meet Yoko and the others. She seems to be interested in Yoko... According to Ikumi, "She's not really a bad girl, she's just a clumsy, kind girl."

・Cocoa Meru's black cat. A black cat who seems to be lost (?), she has a keen eye for people.

Meru: A little girl who lives in the neighborhood of "Rainy Color". She asks Yoko to help her search for her missing cat, "Cocoa".

・Amanami Koji Owner of the cafe "Rainy Color". A free spirit who travels all over the world. He is so free-spirited that he often drags those around him down, but he doesn't mind at all.

■ Theme songs and music

Theme song: Colorful Passage Lyrics: Kanata Nakamura Music: Ryo Takahashi Arrangement: Tomohiro Nakado Singer: Rika Tachibana

Rainy Cocoa Side G #4 - Detailed Review and Recommendation

"Rainy Cocoa Side G #4" is a short anime series that aired in 2019, and is based on a manga by IAM Electronic Publishing. This work depicts warm human relationships that arise from small everyday events, providing viewers with a comfortable time. Below, we will explain in detail the appeal and features of this work, as well as the recommended points.

The appeal of the story

The story of "Rainy Color Cocoa Side G #4" begins when a high school girl named Amami Yoko becomes the head of her father's cafe "Rainy Color" during her summer vacation. Yoko is often bossed around by her free-spirited father, but she and her friends work together to make the cafe a success. The story unfolds in heartwarming episodes as Yoko grows, her friendships grow, and she interacts with the people who visit the cafe.

Particularly impressive is Yoko's fear of dogs. This weakness influences the progression of the story, and the process of her overcoming it evokes sympathy from the viewer. Yoko's friends are also each unique, and their growth and deepening friendships enrich the story.

Character Appeal

The main character, Yoko, is a strong-willed and energetic high school girl, but due to her father's influence, she also has a troublemaking side. Her character is relatable and gives viewers empathy. Yoko's friends are also charming, each with their own unique charms: Non's gentle personality, Marina's tsundere side, Ikumi's maturity, and Kate's coolness. The interpersonal relationships woven by these characters are at the heart of the story.

The episode about Meru and her pet cat Cocoa in particular will warm the hearts of viewers. The scene where Yoko and Meru's relationship deepens through the search for Cocoa is touching and memorable. Koji Amami's free-spirited character also adds humor and lightness to the story.

Animation and Music

The animation for "Rainy Cocoa Side G #4" was produced by EMT Squared and features colorful and warm visuals. The cafe's interior and food are carefully drawn in detail, making it a visual treat. The character designs are also attractive, and each character's personality is well expressed.

In terms of music, the theme song "Colorful Passage" is memorable. Rika Tachibana's singing voice, Kanata Nakamura's lyrics, Ryo Takahashi's composition, and Tomohiro Nakado's arrangement are a perfect match, enhancing the atmosphere of the story. This theme song helps the viewer to immerse themselves in the story. The background music is also used in accordance with the development of the story, enhancing the viewer's emotions.

Recommended points

"Rainy Cocoa Side G #4" is a work that depicts the warm human relationships that are born from small everyday events. It is especially recommended for the following viewers.

• People looking for a heartwarming story
• People who want to enjoy character growth and friendship
• People who like slice-of-life anime
• People who enjoy descriptions of cafes and food
• People who like short anime

This work provides viewers with a comfortable time in a short 2-minute time. It is a perfect work when you want to take a break from your busy daily life. Also, each episode is independent, so you can watch it casually.

summary

"Rainy Cocoa Side G #4" is a heartwarming story that depicts the warm human relationships that arise from the small events of everyday life. The protagonist Yoko's growth, her interactions with her friends, and her encounters with the people who visit the cafe provide viewers with a comfortable time. The animation and music are also attractive, making it a visual and aural pleasure. This is a work that I would especially recommend to those who are looking for a heartwarming story and those who like slice-of-life anime.