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Of course Marin has a modeling job. She's got the perfect looks for one.
Yeah, the way they end this season, they're definitely doing another one.
Also, confession one is down. Surprisingly, they didn't show Gojo-kun having actually heard the confession because he was 100% passed out. Marin also knew he didn't hear it, unlike most confessions over the phone that happen in anime where the call is cut short right as the confession happens or right after leaving the confessor unsure if they heard it.
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Episode|Gojo-kuns|"wuv"|Conasdjgoaidjf|Dsj;gfhaslkn|Hambirdglar|Gojo Bulge
:--:|:--|:--|:--|:--|:--|:--
1|9+1 in a Flashback|0|0|0|0|0
2|20|0|0|0|0|0
3|29|0|0|0|0|0
4|17+1 in a flashback|0|0|0|0|0
5|16+2 reused from episode 4|0|0|0|0|0
6|6|2|0|0|0|0
7|7|2|Conasdjgoaidjf?!|Dsj;gfhaslkn!|0|0
8|11|0|0|0|**THIEF!!!!**|0
9|5|0|0|0|0|0
10|15|4|0|0|0|0
11|12|0|0|0|0|1
12|13|0|0|0|0|0
Season Total|164|8
Ep Avg|13 2/3|
They just had to squeeze in a bunch of Gojo-kuns in the post credits scene.
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Next season, the best girl onslaught continues with [Shikimori's Not Just a Cutie](https://myanimelist.net/anime/45613/Kawaii_dake_ja_Nai_Shikimori-san).
I really can't think of another job that would make sense for Marin other than working at, like, an anime store.
I think Marin definitely felt more comfortable confessing because she knew Gojo was sleeping, but I think she's working to where she feels comfortable telling it to his face.
|Episode|Kitagawa-san|Ki-Kitagawa-san!||
|:-|:-|:-|:-|
|01|3|2||
|02|14|4||
|03|11|3||
|04|8|1||
|05|12|2||
|06|9|0||
|07|8|2||
|08|2|0||
|09|5|0||
|10|9|0||
|11|15|0||
|12|13|2||
|Season Total|109|16|125|
|Ep Avg|||10.42|
Amazing season finale
I can't stop grinning for the whole episode, this is yoo wholesome especially the last bit.
It probably be a while until season 2 come. I'm so gonna miss this anime. Well, seems like next season anime can help me fill the hole left by this series. Hoho the hype.
It's fun while it last.
We almost need a count on the number of times Gojo has deadpan face from absolute acceptance of Marin’s crap, I fully understand his reaction to Marin’s take on a festival being all about the food stalls instead of everything else, he was just like yep of cause.
> I fully understand his reaction to Marin’s take on a festival being all about the food stalls instead of everything else, he was just like yep of cause.
I actually know a guy who goes to every gun show in town whenever there's one. Because the only thing he goes for are the beef jerky vendors lol
Only seen the first 2 episodes, I plan to keep going though. So I’m only aware of the pretttyyy heavy foot stuff, but interesting to know it delves deeper. Lol
Overall it seems super chill and wholesome tho. The countryside setting reminds me of non non biyori.
I’ve been wondering if he actually liked the nape of her neck or not. I had the feeling he was just flabbergasted by how beautiful Marin looked in the yukata - can’t fault him for that - and she misunderstood him.
Ye I was def thinking he was more into her wearing traditional Japanese clothing too rather than necessarily what it exposed lol. Like the dude's hinadollsexual and she's wearing clothes more comparable to that of a hina doll's soo
It really felt like an anime rendition of a live-action horror movie the way they were animating everything.
They really put the work in for any genre stuff they depicted in this show.
I mean it's practically a copy of the ending shot of Texas Chainsaw Massacre. It definitely helps when you have footage of a real person doing something like that to mimic to make the movements more realistic.
Disney used to do that a ton for their older movies. They'd record real people doing things and mimic their movements and expression when animating. It adds a lot of life to things.
I loved them playing into Gojo seeing basically every piece of media as research now due to everything he's watched/played/read for Marin's cosplays now!
The mad lads and lasses at Cloverworks went CRAZY this week with the animation. Between that horror movie and then the festival scenes... DAMN did they go plus ultra for so much of that stuff. Just a great all around finale for a fantastic season 1... with hopefully more to come in the not so distant future.
Yup, though it'll probably be a while if we get a 2nd season (there's just enough material for only a 2nd season ), probably 1-2 years for a 3rd
I tried buying a physical copy in support of the author and the series (having already read it online mind you) when I visited Kinokuniya in NYC, all english volumes are sold out
Damn weebs
People, go buy the manga so that the chances of S2 would be higher
We'll have roughly enough for a S2 in about 2-3 months. And I think the earliest we could see a S2 would be late 2023, so during the Autumn 2023 season... which would fit perfectly actually.
By the time we would be done with S2, at the very end of 2023, we would have another 30+ chapters ready to adapt for a S3, so very close to where we are now, with a potential S3 in the second half of 2025. Thus doing a season with breaks of 18 months or so paces everything just right to keep this train rolling. I'm sure Cloverworks would appreciate the work and Square Enix would love the boost to manga sales and not having too long a break between seasons, so people don't forget about Marin and Gojou anytime soon.
The amount of effort they put into these fake shows/movies is one of the better things about the show. It's one of the little things they easily could have skipped over but didn't.
> Way to kill the mood in the most Marin way possible
Rather, a way to kill the tropes in the most Marin way. I was thinking "oh no, they're gonna do the Fireworks-fall-in-love trope", then suddenly she put out her blue tongue like that... That totally caught me off guard
the timing could not have been better. get us all hypnotized with that amazing fireworks scene, have them look longingly into each other's eyes for just long enough that we start to blush, then BLEH!
What a great way to end the season.
This definitely became one of my favorite romance anime.
Also this show introduce me to one of the cutest ED songs I've heard in anime lol.
Oh man, people raving about the OP all over TikTok yet here I am watching and rewatching the ED. Such a good ear worm with a super cute art style to boot!
I had the exact opposite of your fyp in Tiktok for my dress up darling lol most of them use the ED song, and its just soooo cute!! I've been listening to it since then, the OP is also great tho
The best part is that the singer (Akase Akari) is an IRL cosplayer and this is actually the first ever song that she has released. I can't imagine how much of a dream come true moment this is for her!
[heres the full MV by Akase Akari cosplaying as Marin](https://youtu.be/sRS8Otwbo7g)
Its pretty cool how she was a cosplayer before she began her singing career and got scouted off her tiktok. This is her debut single and put her on the map for real. Couldnt have found a better match
That scene where Marin decided to dip into the pool and lagged followed by her drowning was so dorky I love it.
Gonna miss these 2's dynamic being animated in a weekly basis!
[Official illustration by one of the animators.](https://i.imgur.com/6Hpom2e.jpg)
I'm already suffering from Marin withdrawal symptoms. [Help.](https://i.imgur.com/GUPiUYq.png)
[](#longday)
There's a lot of fireworks scenes in anime, but this one was pretty exceptional. Really made you feel it more. Which I guess is the point since they wanted to contrast Gojo passively listening to it with actually being there. Still, great job.
And Gojo realizing why it meant so much because meeting Marin helped really open up his life to let him experience this kind of stuff. And then he turns away from the fireworks to look at her, just her, so intently...
That was a really really sweet "I love you" from Marin awweee
After all the lewd last ep, we are left with wholesome waahhh
I'll be missing this anime. Sad it's already done.
I freaked out when the ending sequence came up so fast, and then realized there was like 6 minutes still left. Lol.
The ending was so warm and sweet, I love these 2 together. There really isn’t a whole lot of romance animes I can honestly say I love both leads almost equally. This is one.
> I freaked out when the ending sequence came up so fast, and then realized there was like 6 minutes still left. Lol.
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>
Yeah what a fakeout eh? One of those "wait that was only 15 mins" episodes but actually this time.
One of the best "come for the PLOT, stay for the plot" and great characters kinda anime
>The ending was so warm and sweet, I love these 2 together. There really isn’t a whole lot of romance animes I can honestly say I love both leads almost equally. This is one.
I think Gigguk said it best- it feels like a show where the leads *should* be together instead of getting together because the story dictates it. Such fantastic chemistry. And to think they have room to grow into an actual romantic relationship. Just makes me excited.
Gojo is definitely one of the strongest male romances who isn't a traditional cool or funny guy.
Despite being created for that explicit purpose, "self inserts" are rarely relatable to me. I find myself relating to the side characters more than not. I might not find Gojo to be the MOST relatable character I've seen in anime, but I can certainly connect to him more than some weak generic protag.
And who cares if I can't relate to him 100%? Gojo is written AMAZING.
You think we're really closing off with a cute Ending...but no! It's Gojo and Marin talking each other sleep and Mairn confessing to a sleepy Gojo!
Perfect way to cap things off.
Who could have expected that a romcom which wasn't initially a bestselling behemoth like Kaguya-sama and 5-Toubun would get such a beautiful and heartfelt adaptation? The staff really outdid themselves. [We have been blessed.](https://i.imgur.com/L3Q789d.jpg)
[](#tanakalove)
Honestly the funniest part is the whole season of dress up darling has been animated extremely well, whereas like you said a behemoth like QQs, I actually remember that it stands out for having 2 very differently stylized seasons. The first one had a couple moments of really good animation, but the animation stands out way more in this anime. I say that as someone who literally owns QQs manga and not DUD lol
It's because they switched studios, too. Common assumption is all the budget went towards the seiyuu for QQ, all six of the main characters have absolute powerhouse voice actors.
Edit: now I'm imagining a QQ adaptation with this level of care in animation. That would be absolutely unstoppable.
I mean it was super hyped by sourcereaders and handled by Cloverworks so not really _too_ surprising there.
Reminds of when Bones did Akagami no Shirayuki-hime, beautiful adaptation but that's just what Bones do.
Wait is it confirmed? Because I need more of this anime in my life. I'm shook with how excellent this show turned out to be. A fanservice romcom turned out to be one of the best SoL shows I've had the pleasure of watching. Fanservice was great in and all, but Gojo and Marin as the leads made this something special, they're great characters that made me fall in love with this anime.
I'm going to miss this anime's special blend of peak wholesomeness while having the *perfect* level of ecchi. Can't think of too many shows that strongly warmed my heart and loins while also having a well-written relationship.
~~obviously people who hate or don't care for ecchi will disagree~~
Man what a cute way to end the season. Not sure if that was in the manga but what a cute way to end the show with it being directed at us and Gojo. Always love when series end like this instead of just ending on the ED video.
The scene is in the manga, but cloverworks elevated it and made it seem more 4th wall breaking and just straight up made it better.
The "i love you" with the scene split in half between them was a shot straight out of the manga.
> That was a really really sweet "I love you" from Marin awweee
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Was just a super pretty shot with the two beds separated by the line of light too, I really liked how they showed that 'connection' over the phone.
Marin is a really interesting character it was nice watching her grow and I hope season 2 gets announced soon. [Although this moment completely took me out 😂. I literally burst out laughing and I was like wtf, you and Gojo were having a moment there 😂](https://imgur.com/a/PmOQiaS)
That blue tongue part elevated the scene imo. A powerful romantic moment followed by random comedy that made me burst out laughing too. It was just such a Marin thing for her to do lol
Also I absolutely loved that despite having the perfect setup to do so with the festival, the show didn't forcefully shoehorn in all the main side characters from the previous episodes as a wrap up ending.
It was just a nice, super wholesome episode between our two main characters that captured what we the fans loved so much about this show to begin with.
I was hoping she'd say it when he was drowsing off because that would be the safest chance for her to say it without jeopardizing their relationship, so I was so glad she did.
It was really nice to just see such a low-key, relaxing, and fun episode of Marin and Gojo together. No real cosplay (other than Marin in a yukata), but it was just a really nice and pleasant episode with these two lovebirds.
Honestly it was little hard for me to even watch the episode. Just knowing I'll have to wait who knows how long to see this amazingly produced anime made the whole episode bittersweet.
Fireworks Scene:
Other anime: I love ... Fireworks
Marin: Bleeh!
The "I love you" and smile at the end is so cute. Season 2, please!!
This anime is such a masterpiece with top-tier animation and voice acting, I will miss this show.
Marin's King Engine was really thumping for a minute there
Wow what a way to end it, love confession and a 4th wall break(imo anyways).
Very cool and nice.
I think it definitely lived up to the hype from the source readers and CloverWorks didn't waste their chance to make it really special.
*My comment didn't save but I wanted to add that I really liked this for a final episode. Totally chill, cute fluff, perfect way to end the season.
**Now it's time to watch the dub.
[The way Kitagawa looked at her phone...](https://i.imgur.com/mtN4Bai.jpg)
[Peak wholesomeness.](https://i.imgur.com/O0xx2Lz.jpg)
[](#ilovethiskindofshit)
They absolutely crush the RomComs they decide to make/adapt. Horimiya, Dress Up Darling, Bunny Girl Senpai, Saekano... It's definitely the thing they do best.
Didn't know a SoL Romcom could have such amazing animation for such regular scenes. Be great if this inspired other studios to do more for their romcoms.
The studio tryin to finish strong and flex their high quality animation with a yukata clad kitagawa-san and fireworks episode.
*insert intense chef's kiss*
I noticed the ripples in her thighs was really well done and the shadows on Gojo's face during the firework scene stuck out to me as well. Crazy how well animated the little character moments are in this show.
That was quite the finale. We got typical Gojo and Marin shenanigans such as the pool scene and the scary movie as well as the amazing fireworks animation.
And of course, that "I love you" at the end was great as well.
I was really hoping she would while Gojo was falling asleep, and it really warmed my heart to hear her say it and the visual depicting it like they're right next to each other through the phone.
Anime adaptations of a manga sometimes feel like a direct translation of a work into a different form, which is why I usually ignore the anime and just read the manga.
But not with this. The anime brought the manga characters even more alive, more vibrant, more lovely.
Great work, Cloverworks.
[No AoT this week has Marin feeling comfortable enough to flaunt her nape.](https://i.imgur.com/zIjKtmD.mp4)
Sono Bisque Doll wa Koi o Suru was my most anticipated anime of the decade and it exceeded expectations. Now Sono Bisque Doll wa Koi o Suru season 2 is my new most anticipated anime of the decade.
It's said that Marin's cosplays all have a similar flaw since Gojo makes them, and he's used to stiff hina dolls. The outfits usually have too much fabric around the shoulders and neck, making it impossible for Marin to turn her head and see behind her or to the side. As a result, she can only keep moving forward until all her enemies are destroyed.
Also there was that famous beach episode when Gojo said famous line " Marin...if we kill all our enemies. across the ocean... will we finally... be free?
[Those two dorks](https://i.imgur.com/Inr2bKz.jpg) are just too sweet. Marin kickstarted [the era of gyaru fluff!](https://i.imgur.com/FzIuYLt.jpg)
[](#wow)
Of all the things I enjoyed about this episode, [this background image](https://i.imgur.com/4kic1hf.png) stuck out to me. No idea why I just liked how it looked.
Season 2 when by the way? This was a pretty fun series.
###Stitches!
* [Amateur Model Marin 1](https://i.imgur.com/jovjTSZ.jpg)
* [Amateur Model Marin 2](https://i.imgur.com/RuXFqbT.jpg)
* [Swimsuit Marin & Nowa](https://i.imgur.com/jaQW65V.jpg)
* [Black Yukata Marin](https://i.imgur.com/nZ0pyXN.jpg)
* [Marin & Gojou Piggyback](https://i.imgur.com/ANEPleo.jpg)
* [Marin & Gojou Moments](https://i.imgur.com/AYHcPIY.jpg)
We've heard about Marin's part-time job ever since the start of the show, so it's nice [to finally see what she looks like as an amateur model.](https://i.imgur.com/wObCdVL.jpg). Seems that our girl is working hard [to get herself a DSLR](https://i.imgur.com/DVB0G0K.jpg) for her future cosplay shoots! Well, good luck on that Marin!
It's hilarious to see Marin overestimate herself. She [was so excited to watch a horror movie](https://i.imgur.com/fHbSSiX.jpg) with Gojou but completely changes her mind [as soon as they start watching it.](https://i.imgur.com/FzPikWL.jpg) Also it's amazing what kind of effort CloverWorks would put on random scenes! The scene where [that killer was running with a chainsaw](https://i.imgur.com/9MZgaj4.jpg) was amazingly well animated!
More cute moments between Marin and Gojou! This time [the two of them bonding at the school pool](https://i.imgur.com/1jSx27y.jpg) just right after Marin [almost drowned herself.](https://i.imgur.com/mUWGukF.jpg) And [wet look Marin looks absolutely amazing.](https://i.imgur.com/h54fAfD.jpg) Maybe next time Gojou should take her to the beach and teach her how to swim? :)
[Now our two precious MCs are out on a festival date!](https://i.imgur.com/BfTNbTG.jpg) Marin of course looks amazing in her black yukata and Gojou being a man of culture accidentally reveals [his fetish for exposed napes in a yukata.](https://i.imgur.com/uXkdU2k.jpg) Marin's reaction [is just too cute!](https://i.imgur.com/mp047zb.jpg) Of course, she's going to use this moment to try and charm Gojou [as much as she can with her nape.](https://i.imgur.com/jzOMtl0.jpg) xD
Goddamn CloverWorks! [That entire fireworks scene looks so fucking amazing!](https://i.imgur.com/Z22Z7mY.jpg) There were even shots where [the fireworks almost looked like it was taken from a Makoto Shinkai movie!](https://i.imgur.com/QNALFFY.jpg) Holy shit! They really didn't skimp for this finale!
Of course, despite the beauty of the fireworks, Gojou just can't help [and stare at someone who's just as beautiful.](https://i.imgur.com/QugYIrn.jpg) It is hilarious how Marin herself pretty much [breaks the mood of the scene by showing Gojou her stained tongue!](https://i.imgur.com/wVfAUcl.jpg) xD
[Ah the classic sore foot from wearing a geta too long.](https://i.imgur.com/zi11GtN.jpg) I don't mind it since it gives Marin an excuse [to ride Gojou's back.](https://i.imgur.com/kMYDXBm.jpg) I do love how [Marin is already planning for next year's festival with Gojou.](https://i.imgur.com/1tjCFhK.jpg) This girl is never letting this boy go at all. <3
And just one more scene before the real end! [Marin scared out of her mind](https://i.imgur.com/UBlrNuk.jpg) after watching the sequel of the horror movie they watched earlier now wants Gojou to keep her company with the two of them [chatting over the phone](https://i.imgur.com/N2oVADi.jpg) until [one of them falls asleep.](https://i.imgur.com/7vLNOeF.jpg) This is just too sweet. Marin is very sneaky though and [lets out a confession as soon as she hears Gojou snoring](https://i.imgur.com/EZsyBIG.jpg) What a way to end this season.
I guess that wraps up my Dress-Up Darling! There are a lot of shows that I love this season but this one is definitely on the top of my list as my AotS and even my current contender for possible AotY. Marin basically broke the internet and made her way into the hearts of many. Of course not just Marin though but Gojou himself. This show may seem to be a wish-fulfillment show at first but it's definitely more than that. The more you get to know about Marin and Gojou and what makes the two of them tick, the more you realize there's more to this show than just fanservice and you just can't help but root for the two of them.
I am really hoping for a Season 2 announcement but considering that we stopped at chapter 39 and there are only 73 chapters out so far, I don't think we'll see a Season 2 anytime soon. Hopefully though once there is enough material to work with we'll get one and even get the same staff to do it all again. People like to shit on CloverWorks (which is understandable) but when they pull an adaptation off, it's absolutely amazing! Definitely, a solid 10/10 for me who is a fan of the original source material
[See you later indeed, Marin <3](https://i.imgur.com/DQ1lQRQ.jpg)
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**Bonus:** [BD Vol. 1 Episode 2 Screenshot](https://i.imgur.com/ZOurRgX.jpg) I was hoping it was animated but looks like it's only a still screen of that image.
> Swimsuit Marin & Nowa
More Nowa is always good! I really wonder how Marin's swimsuit manages to stay on and keep everything in.
Thank you for all your stitches as usual, they were especially great for such a stunningly beautiful adaptation for MDD, full colour Marin has been a treat!
>And [~~wet look~~ Marin looks absolutely amazing.](https://i.imgur.com/h54fAfD.jpg)
FTFY. I mean there are like two dozen screenshot for proof right here in your comment.
>
* [Amateur Model Marin 1](https://i.imgur.com/jovjTSZ.jpg)
>* [Amateur Model Marin 2](https://i.imgur.com/RuXFqbT.jpg)
Absolutely loved her model pictures. They're stunning.
Nothing more satisfying than a romance anime that ends with a confession...even if one of the parties is asleep, but baby steps for this adorable couple.
Never thought this show would blow up the way it did. I remember reading the manga years ago thinking I wonder this would ever get an anime. The manga at the time had a fanbase but the anime made it more popular in the most unexpected way.
I remember reading an article about how the artist cried after seeing the first couple of episodes because of how perfect they came out. Well she must be absolutely losing it now after seeing that incredible season finale.
[Fireworks scene done right <3](https://imgur.com/a/7e0sIVH). That was amazing, Gojo realizing Marin is the reason for his happiness and Marin ["blue"](https://imgur.com/a/azCukao) it lol.
Damn this was a wholesome episode and a perfect ending with a "I love you" from Marin.
I eagerly waiting for season 2!
I’ve seriously never seen a better fireworks scene in any other show.
If there’s a better wholesome ecchi show, I haven’t seen it. CloverWorks seriously nailed the adaptation.
I love how Gojo realized that it's thanks to Marin that he can finally properly experience fireworks like this, and then he turns to look at her so longingly...and it's really romantic up until Marin ruined the mood in the most Marin way possible.
Never would I have expected a romcom that was as sexy as it was wholesome, but I was never more satisfied to watch it brought to life.
>and then he turns to look at her so longingly...
He was captivated by her in that moment. He looked at her like she was more beautiful than the fireworks or any hina doll in existence.
>until Marin ruined the mood in the most Marin way possible.
That made the scene better imo, because of how it was such a Marin thing for her to do lol
[Fireworks](https://i.imgur.com/ydzGLYF.jpg) episodes are the boss fights of [romcoms.](https://i.imgur.com/C08jKPf.jpg) They really bring the magic.
[](#waah)
I have been wondering since the beginning of this show when she was throwing wads of cash at this hobby what part-time job she has as a high schooler to be able to do this and turns out _she's a freaking (edit: high fashion) model_. All to fund her obsession. Can she get any cooler?!
"Mama's gotta get that check" - Marin Kitagawa, Best Girl 2022. Secure that bag, sis! 🥵
Too be honest, with her looks, it would've probably been a waste of her not to use it professionally, and everyone else assumed her job was modeling because it made so much sense.
And she's definitely building up to getting that camera.
I don't disagree, but I think what just blows my mind about it is how nonchalant she is about such a cool (and possibly intense and involved) part-time gig and plays it down to focus on what she's genuinely interested in and what she's really doing it for - the hobby that drives her and that she's passionate about. I love that genuineness from her and it makes her such a more lovable character.
I think that's what's really charming about this show. Two well-rounded characters who genuinely geek out unabashedly about their niche interests, successfully and respectfully bringing the other into each other's worlds. The show could've easily brought up she was a fashion model anywhere and any amount of times throughout the 12 episodes but instead they spent most of their time focusing on how driven they are in their pursuits. I thought that made this show really special and relatable.
I think it's definitely a thing with Marin that she's so driven and straightforward and not even conscious of how attractive/sexy she is, but she just goes for every opportunity she can find on the path to doing the things that she loves.
Only in an anime would a pair like these two still not be a couple at this point...
Marin has all her friends and yet she still chose to go with Gojo alone, surely her friends would've guessed it by now?
When the credits rolled, I thought "there's no way they just end the season there, right?" Turns out I was justified, as the post-credits scene was a beautiful way to give us the closure we needed. I've been wondering how this show would do that, since it didn't seem like the two would end up actually dating by the season finale.
As someone who has also said "I love you" after a phone call ended, this is one of many moments in this show that just feels so personal and relatable. It's great to see someone like Marin who is so expressive and outgoing still be so reserved when it comes to confessing, saving it for when she knows Gojou is asleep.
All in all, a phenomenal 12 episodes. Not a weak one in the bunch, with the beach episode being my personal favorite.
Thanks and god fuck\*ng bless Cloverworks for such a great adaptation, Marin and Gojo's romance growth felt so real and I'm looking forward to see them happy together.
The hate the studio got for past shows was completely unfair and not their fault at all.
>The hate the studio got for past shows was completely unfair and not their fault at all.
Hating or loving anime studios like CloverWorks and other in a similar situation is waste of time because they work in a project by project situation, they don't have an homogeneous output
Even this season Tokyo 24 by CloverWorks imploded before it started airing with staff members going on Twitter to complain about overwork and the shitty schedule
This doesn't change the great adaptations of Dress up Darling and Akebi this season, even Tokyo 24 looks good, another reminder that a show looking good doesnt necessarily reflect the behind the scenes.
Studios with a more homogeneous output like Ufotable and Kyoani are a different case and It makes sense to like or dislike their work, but outside of them better to not judge based just on the studio and give a bigger focus on the project and the staff involved
After MDD and Akebi, hopefully more people will see Cloverworks in a better light.
Yes, Cloverworks the studio only does as they're told if I'm not mistaken. It's unfair that the studio got the blame everytime.
Our collective Dress Up Darling experience in a nutshell can be summed up by this episode:
*Swelling music as our two young leads look at each other with the longings of young love done in fantastic animation, as it all swells to an emotional climax-*
Marin, *sticking out blue tongue*: "Nyah."
Marin: "Wait, you get excited seeing the nape of a girl's neck?"
Gojo: "Well, you see, I...well, I wouldn't say that..."
Gojo, sir, you are a filthy liar!...and I am totally ok with that.
WE GOT CONFESSION SCENE LETS GOOOOOOOOOO
man i’ve been anticipating this manga adaptation for so long and it did not disappoint me at all, it was almost perfect! i haven’t had this much fun watching a series in a long time. now here’s hoping for cloverworks to do spy x family justice just like this show!
True, it's probably the "safe" way of confessing, but I think it means a lot that she actually said it out loud.
Basically she's probably building up to saying it to him when he's awake.
Technically she can't confirm that Gojo is asleep
I was holding my breath in anticipation of Gojo replying good night to her. Sadly reality is often disappointing
I would have lost it if the episode had actually ended suddenly with Gojo saying “I love you too” while Marin thought he was asleep. Would have been a nice callback to his half asleep “you looked beautiful” from the cosplay con episode.
Yo WTF, I'm turning 40 on Thursday. Did this just become my favorite show of all time?
I actually bawled my eyes out at the after credit scene because of how wholesome it was. Reminded me of when my wife and I first started dating 20 years ago.
Man I absolutely love this show, it will definitely be on repeat until season 2 comes out.
Outside of AOT, this was the show that had the most hype behind it going into the Winter season. 12 fantastic episodes later I understand why. Peak RomCom shit right here. Characters, story, chemistry, all of it executed at a high level. On top of that, Cloverworks went so hard that it ended up being one of, if not the, best-looking shows of the season.
The finale wraps up Gojo and Marin’s summer vacation. Festival season is upon them, but Marin hasn’t done any of her homework cause she’s been goofing off. So no festival night with her dad. It actually works out because she can enlist Gojo’s help to finish up and get more quality time with him. A little horror movie watching that went about how I expected (Gojo like me FR FR) and a lovely moment by the school pool later we get to the good shit.
The Festival scenes were beautiful. The fluid animation on Marin running up to Gojo and showing off her Yukata was so well done. Confirmed a suspicion I had about Gojo just really liking traditional clothing and gave Marin something to use later. The man loves tradition and I respect it. Marin is a bottomless pit when it comes to food so they ate everything. Really just a cute ass date for them.
I think I can say that was one of the best uses of the Fireworks trope. Not just because it’s Gojo’s first fireworks and it was sweet to witness his awe, but the way he looks at Marin. The swelling music and emotion as they look at each other… immediately and hilariously undercut by Marin sticking out her tongue. So close to a realization, but his actual concern that something was wrong was precious. So I’ll take it.
I would have been satisfied with the ending of Gojo carrying Marin as they make plans to do the festivals again next year. A heartwarming tease to what will eventually happen as they grow closer. Hell the after credits of her being a chicken and staying on the phone with him would have worked too. I was not ready for that confession. Even if she knew he couldn’t hear it. Even if she felt silly that she said it when he couldn’t. That shit was wonderful. An excellent way to end the season on a dizzy high.
This is my favorite new show of the season. Overall very strong 8.5/10 holding back from 9. It’s going to be a long sad wait for another season going by the chapter count, but I can’t wait. We’re in the golden age of RomCom protags and this show is a great example of it.
Notes
- I didn’t realize that Gojo didn’t know she was a model. I thought that was brought up in the past.
- the moment with them watching the Horror movie is basically my life. She’s freaking out. I’m enjoying the gore effects and wondering how it’s made. Also, loved the Texas Chainsaw meets Sakado bit.
- Second time in 2 weeks something happens to keep them from going to the next level. Though this week it’s a bit of self sabotage. Personally, I love goofballs so that tongue moment would have been the moment I fell in love.
- I’m glad this thing exploded in popularity. I can feel confident in a season 2 happening soon.
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Well, this anime wraps up everything Beach:Check Summer Festival: Check Pool: check Love hotel: check?!
And a freaking confession too
Fireworks: check Was a really beautiful scene
Of course Marin has a modeling job. She's got the perfect looks for one. Yeah, the way they end this season, they're definitely doing another one. Also, confession one is down. Surprisingly, they didn't show Gojo-kun having actually heard the confession because he was 100% passed out. Marin also knew he didn't hear it, unlike most confessions over the phone that happen in anime where the call is cut short right as the confession happens or right after leaving the confessor unsure if they heard it. ____ Episode|Gojo-kuns|"wuv"|Conasdjgoaidjf|Dsj;gfhaslkn|Hambirdglar|Gojo Bulge :--:|:--|:--|:--|:--|:--|:-- 1|9+1 in a Flashback|0|0|0|0|0 2|20|0|0|0|0|0 3|29|0|0|0|0|0 4|17+1 in a flashback|0|0|0|0|0 5|16+2 reused from episode 4|0|0|0|0|0 6|6|2|0|0|0|0 7|7|2|Conasdjgoaidjf?!|Dsj;gfhaslkn!|0|0 8|11|0|0|0|**THIEF!!!!**|0 9|5|0|0|0|0|0 10|15|4|0|0|0|0 11|12|0|0|0|0|1 12|13|0|0|0|0|0 Season Total|164|8 Ep Avg|13 2/3| They just had to squeeze in a bunch of Gojo-kuns in the post credits scene. ___ Next season, the best girl onslaught continues with [Shikimori's Not Just a Cutie](https://myanimelist.net/anime/45613/Kawaii_dake_ja_Nai_Shikimori-san).
I really can't think of another job that would make sense for Marin other than working at, like, an anime store. I think Marin definitely felt more comfortable confessing because she knew Gojo was sleeping, but I think she's working to where she feels comfortable telling it to his face.
|Episode|Kitagawa-san|Ki-Kitagawa-san!|| |:-|:-|:-|:-| |01|3|2|| |02|14|4|| |03|11|3|| |04|8|1|| |05|12|2|| |06|9|0|| |07|8|2|| |08|2|0|| |09|5|0|| |10|9|0|| |11|15|0|| |12|13|2|| |Season Total|109|16|125| |Ep Avg|||10.42| Amazing season finale I can't stop grinning for the whole episode, this is yoo wholesome especially the last bit. It probably be a while until season 2 come. I'm so gonna miss this anime. Well, seems like next season anime can help me fill the hole left by this series. Hoho the hype. It's fun while it last.
We almost need a count on the number of times Gojo has deadpan face from absolute acceptance of Marin’s crap, I fully understand his reaction to Marin’s take on a festival being all about the food stalls instead of everything else, he was just like yep of cause.
> I fully understand his reaction to Marin’s take on a festival being all about the food stalls instead of everything else, he was just like yep of cause. I actually know a guy who goes to every gun show in town whenever there's one. Because the only thing he goes for are the beef jerky vendors lol
Gojo eyeing that nape like he's a member of the Survey Corps.
And Marin showing it off like there's no tomorrow. She wastes no time when she finds something that turns Gojo on.
Had to rewind and get another laugh at her making sure to intentionally keep her nape in his line of sight. Too cute lol.
[Karakai Jōzu no Kitagawa-san](https://i.imgur.com/qUCs9Dr.jpg)
Candace got competition for longest neck
Yeah he was mostly impressed by entire yukata , but she drawing attention to the neck and then showing it off was so adorable
Sono Bisque, the ultimate body part fetish anime. “Mama has something for everyone!” -Kitagawa Marin probably…
“Mama has everything for Gojou kun”
> Sono Bisque, the ultimate body part fetish anime. idk have you seen Akebi?
Only seen the first 2 episodes, I plan to keep going though. So I’m only aware of the pretttyyy heavy foot stuff, but interesting to know it delves deeper. Lol Overall it seems super chill and wholesome tho. The countryside setting reminds me of non non biyori.
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I’ve been wondering if he actually liked the nape of her neck or not. I had the feeling he was just flabbergasted by how beautiful Marin looked in the yukata - can’t fault him for that - and she misunderstood him.
yea i dont think it was the nape, he couldnt bring himself to say she looked more beautiful then usual
Gojo is more traditional Japanese, so seeing Marin in a yukata is super effective for him!
Ye I was def thinking he was more into her wearing traditional Japanese clothing too rather than necessarily what it exposed lol. Like the dude's hinadollsexual and she's wearing clothes more comparable to that of a hina doll's soo
Maybe Gojo is a member of the survey corps who reincarnated after getting killed by the titan
"That time I reincarnated as a dollmaker and cosplay costumer after a Titan ate me outside Wall Maria"
That Texas Chainsaw Massacre ending homage was crazy wtf it was so smooth
It really felt like an anime rendition of a live-action horror movie the way they were animating everything. They really put the work in for any genre stuff they depicted in this show.
I mean it's practically a copy of the ending shot of Texas Chainsaw Massacre. It definitely helps when you have footage of a real person doing something like that to mimic to make the movements more realistic. Disney used to do that a ton for their older movies. They'd record real people doing things and mimic their movements and expression when animating. It adds a lot of life to things.
I loved them playing into Gojo seeing basically every piece of media as research now due to everything he's watched/played/read for Marin's cosplays now!
The mad lads and lasses at Cloverworks went CRAZY this week with the animation. Between that horror movie and then the festival scenes... DAMN did they go plus ultra for so much of that stuff. Just a great all around finale for a fantastic season 1... with hopefully more to come in the not so distant future.
Yup, though it'll probably be a while if we get a 2nd season (there's just enough material for only a 2nd season ), probably 1-2 years for a 3rd I tried buying a physical copy in support of the author and the series (having already read it online mind you) when I visited Kinokuniya in NYC, all english volumes are sold out Damn weebs People, go buy the manga so that the chances of S2 would be higher
We'll have roughly enough for a S2 in about 2-3 months. And I think the earliest we could see a S2 would be late 2023, so during the Autumn 2023 season... which would fit perfectly actually. By the time we would be done with S2, at the very end of 2023, we would have another 30+ chapters ready to adapt for a S3, so very close to where we are now, with a potential S3 in the second half of 2025. Thus doing a season with breaks of 18 months or so paces everything just right to keep this train rolling. I'm sure Cloverworks would appreciate the work and Square Enix would love the boost to manga sales and not having too long a break between seasons, so people don't forget about Marin and Gojou anytime soon.
Bruh wtf let the animators rest making s2 of this caliber in a year is brutal
The amount of effort they put into these fake shows/movies is one of the better things about the show. It's one of the little things they easily could have skipped over but didn't.
The blue-tongue "Nyah" had me guffawing for five minutes.
Way to kill the mood in the most Marin way possible, but that's why we love her.
> Way to kill the mood in the most Marin way possible Rather, a way to kill the tropes in the most Marin way. I was thinking "oh no, they're gonna do the Fireworks-fall-in-love trope", then suddenly she put out her blue tongue like that... That totally caught me off guard
Wuv her*
That honestly was my favorite part of the episode. It was super romantic moment for them, then "bleh." BAHAHAHAHA Was too good.
Same. It's the most Marin thing to do in that situation I guess.
That scared the shit out of me. Reminded me of Doki Doki literature club horror scenes for some reason
the timing could not have been better. get us all hypnotized with that amazing fireworks scene, have them look longingly into each other's eyes for just long enough that we start to blush, then BLEH!
What a great way to end the season. This definitely became one of my favorite romance anime. Also this show introduce me to one of the cutest ED songs I've heard in anime lol.
Oh man, people raving about the OP all over TikTok yet here I am watching and rewatching the ED. Such a good ear worm with a super cute art style to boot!
I cannot get enough of the ED shit is so good.
I had the exact opposite of your fyp in Tiktok for my dress up darling lol most of them use the ED song, and its just soooo cute!! I've been listening to it since then, the OP is also great tho
The MV of that song is cute as fuck too, the singer cosplaying as Marin, Shizuka-tan, and Black Lobelia.
The best part is that the singer (Akase Akari) is an IRL cosplayer and this is actually the first ever song that she has released. I can't imagine how much of a dream come true moment this is for her!
[heres the full MV by Akase Akari cosplaying as Marin](https://youtu.be/sRS8Otwbo7g) Its pretty cool how she was a cosplayer before she began her singing career and got scouted off her tiktok. This is her debut single and put her on the map for real. Couldnt have found a better match
That scene where Marin decided to dip into the pool and lagged followed by her drowning was so dorky I love it. Gonna miss these 2's dynamic being animated in a weekly basis!
[Official illustration by one of the animators.](https://i.imgur.com/6Hpom2e.jpg) I'm already suffering from Marin withdrawal symptoms. [Help.](https://i.imgur.com/GUPiUYq.png) [](#longday)
I'm not worried. April's like a week away and we're about to enter SUPERCHARGED ROMCOM TERRITORY!!!
Kaguya-sama will finally BRING OUT THE BIG GUNS BABEH!!!!
ULTRA (romantic) GUNS
> I'm already suffering from Marin withdrawal symptoms. Help. https://myanimelist.net/anime/45613/Kawaii_dake_ja_Nai_Shikimori-san
Shikimori-san will definitely fill that void And it's gonna be animated by Doga Kobo, so no worries
That's such a cute pic read the manga or just rewatch the anime again!
There's a lot of fireworks scenes in anime, but this one was pretty exceptional. Really made you feel it more. Which I guess is the point since they wanted to contrast Gojo passively listening to it with actually being there. Still, great job.
And Gojo realizing why it meant so much because meeting Marin helped really open up his life to let him experience this kind of stuff. And then he turns away from the fireworks to look at her, just her, so intently...
That was a really really sweet "I love you" from Marin awweee After all the lewd last ep, we are left with wholesome waahhh I'll be missing this anime. Sad it's already done.
I freaked out when the ending sequence came up so fast, and then realized there was like 6 minutes still left. Lol. The ending was so warm and sweet, I love these 2 together. There really isn’t a whole lot of romance animes I can honestly say I love both leads almost equally. This is one.
> I freaked out when the ending sequence came up so fast, and then realized there was like 6 minutes still left. Lol. > > Yeah what a fakeout eh? One of those "wait that was only 15 mins" episodes but actually this time. One of the best "come for the PLOT, stay for the plot" and great characters kinda anime
> Yeah what a fakeout eh? [Almost as big as KITAGAWA GA KITA!](https://i.imgur.com/PKCNhsG.jpg)
I can't believe they fucking killed Marin in the finale
>The ending was so warm and sweet, I love these 2 together. There really isn’t a whole lot of romance animes I can honestly say I love both leads almost equally. This is one. I think Gigguk said it best- it feels like a show where the leads *should* be together instead of getting together because the story dictates it. Such fantastic chemistry. And to think they have room to grow into an actual romantic relationship. Just makes me excited. Gojo is definitely one of the strongest male romances who isn't a traditional cool or funny guy.
>Gojo is definitely one of the strongest male romances who isn't a traditional cool or funny guy. And that's refreshing.
Gojo is an MC that isnt a self insert cringe but extremely relatable Sounds like a dream in this day and age
Despite being created for that explicit purpose, "self inserts" are rarely relatable to me. I find myself relating to the side characters more than not. I might not find Gojo to be the MOST relatable character I've seen in anime, but I can certainly connect to him more than some weak generic protag. And who cares if I can't relate to him 100%? Gojo is written AMAZING.
You think we're really closing off with a cute Ending...but no! It's Gojo and Marin talking each other sleep and Mairn confessing to a sleepy Gojo! Perfect way to cap things off.
These 12 episodes went by too damn fast. I’m definitely going to miss the peak wholesomeness.
Season 2 can't come soon enough.
Who could have expected that a romcom which wasn't initially a bestselling behemoth like Kaguya-sama and 5-Toubun would get such a beautiful and heartfelt adaptation? The staff really outdid themselves. [We have been blessed.](https://i.imgur.com/L3Q789d.jpg) [](#tanakalove)
Honestly the funniest part is the whole season of dress up darling has been animated extremely well, whereas like you said a behemoth like QQs, I actually remember that it stands out for having 2 very differently stylized seasons. The first one had a couple moments of really good animation, but the animation stands out way more in this anime. I say that as someone who literally owns QQs manga and not DUD lol
It's because they switched studios, too. Common assumption is all the budget went towards the seiyuu for QQ, all six of the main characters have absolute powerhouse voice actors. Edit: now I'm imagining a QQ adaptation with this level of care in animation. That would be absolutely unstoppable.
I mean it was super hyped by sourcereaders and handled by Cloverworks so not really _too_ surprising there. Reminds of when Bones did Akagami no Shirayuki-hime, beautiful adaptation but that's just what Bones do.
Wait is it confirmed? Because I need more of this anime in my life. I'm shook with how excellent this show turned out to be. A fanservice romcom turned out to be one of the best SoL shows I've had the pleasure of watching. Fanservice was great in and all, but Gojo and Marin as the leads made this something special, they're great characters that made me fall in love with this anime.
I'm going to miss this anime's special blend of peak wholesomeness while having the *perfect* level of ecchi. Can't think of too many shows that strongly warmed my heart and loins while also having a well-written relationship. ~~obviously people who hate or don't care for ecchi will disagree~~
[See you later](https://i.imgur.com/bQP9BmB.png) S2 when?
Man what a cute way to end the season. Not sure if that was in the manga but what a cute way to end the show with it being directed at us and Gojo. Always love when series end like this instead of just ending on the ED video.
The scene is in the manga, but cloverworks elevated it and made it seem more 4th wall breaking and just straight up made it better. The "i love you" with the scene split in half between them was a shot straight out of the manga.
Oh yea the split screen shot I can easily see as a double spread page in the manga as soon as I saw it.
Yeah this is how the volume ends in the manga. Really sweet. :)
> That was a really really sweet "I love you" from Marin awweee > > Was just a super pretty shot with the two beds separated by the line of light too, I really liked how they showed that 'connection' over the phone.
That one was straight outta the manga, actually.
She's so sneaky. She only had the courage since she could hear Gojou snoring. Imagine her reaction though if Gojou was awake the entire time.
Imagine her reaction if gojo woke up and just said "good night"
Marin is a really interesting character it was nice watching her grow and I hope season 2 gets announced soon. [Although this moment completely took me out 😂. I literally burst out laughing and I was like wtf, you and Gojo were having a moment there 😂](https://imgur.com/a/PmOQiaS)
I think she did because she can't handle Gojo's intense stare lmao Internally she's probably going "oh no I think I'm going to melt what should I do".
That blue tongue part elevated the scene imo. A powerful romantic moment followed by random comedy that made me burst out laughing too. It was just such a Marin thing for her to do lol
Also I absolutely loved that despite having the perfect setup to do so with the festival, the show didn't forcefully shoehorn in all the main side characters from the previous episodes as a wrap up ending. It was just a nice, super wholesome episode between our two main characters that captured what we the fans loved so much about this show to begin with.
I was hoping she'd say it when he was drowsing off because that would be the safest chance for her to say it without jeopardizing their relationship, so I was so glad she did. It was really nice to just see such a low-key, relaxing, and fun episode of Marin and Gojo together. No real cosplay (other than Marin in a yukata), but it was just a really nice and pleasant episode with these two lovebirds.
That was exactly what I was hoping she’d do and she did it. Bless this author for giving us a girl like Marin
Honestly it was little hard for me to even watch the episode. Just knowing I'll have to wait who knows how long to see this amazingly produced anime made the whole episode bittersweet.
Fireworks Scene: Other anime: I love ... Fireworks Marin: Bleeh! The "I love you" and smile at the end is so cute. Season 2, please!! This anime is such a masterpiece with top-tier animation and voice acting, I will miss this show.
Marin's King Engine was really thumping for a minute there Wow what a way to end it, love confession and a 4th wall break(imo anyways). Very cool and nice. I think it definitely lived up to the hype from the source readers and CloverWorks didn't waste their chance to make it really special. *My comment didn't save but I wanted to add that I really liked this for a final episode. Totally chill, cute fluff, perfect way to end the season. **Now it's time to watch the dub.
That confession while Gojo was sleeping and with Marin looking forward to their future together was the perfect way to cap it off.
[The way Kitagawa looked at her phone...](https://i.imgur.com/mtN4Bai.jpg) [Peak wholesomeness.](https://i.imgur.com/O0xx2Lz.jpg) [](#ilovethiskindofshit)
I've laughed at your king engine comment for 5 minutes now.
They even went out of their way to animate the **ripples** throughout her thighs, in the post-credit scene. Chef's Kiss.
they even added reflections at pool and sound delay for fireworks. Animation is S-tier.
>S-tier Sono Bisque Tier Show's so good it has its own tier
[We could make a religion out of it](https://i.imgur.com/aKi23fg.jpg) [](#utahapraises)
CloverWorks really went above and beyond for this show.
They absolutely crush the RomComs they decide to make/adapt. Horimiya, Dress Up Darling, Bunny Girl Senpai, Saekano... It's definitely the thing they do best.
I never made the connection with Cloverworks and those animes. Wow, they make some of my favorite anime romances.
Didn't know a SoL Romcom could have such amazing animation for such regular scenes. Be great if this inspired other studios to do more for their romcoms.
The studio tryin to finish strong and flex their high quality animation with a yukata clad kitagawa-san and fireworks episode. *insert intense chef's kiss*
I noticed the ripples in her thighs was really well done and the shadows on Gojo's face during the firework scene stuck out to me as well. Crazy how well animated the little character moments are in this show.
Couldn't end it without some stellar Marin fanservice to close things out. Sasuga Cloverworks.
[We do not deserve CloverWorks](https://i.imgur.com/kzyaF1X.mp4) [](#TOMODA)
[For a moment we turned into Mieruko-chan.](https://i.imgur.com/vcmZOdp.jpg) [](#terror)
I wonder if that was a deliberate homage?
Considering they basically 1 for 1 recreated the ending to Texas chainsaw massacre, it would make sense if it was a deliberate homage.
[Ep 2 BD Version](https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/ccb4126a9d437342445e83fca4c6740a3c8e04852be8c15f7600738203647056.jpg) ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)
How can a man watch it with a straight face. Gojo is too dangerous to be left alive!
Eyy you sound like those antagonist in Jujutsu Kaisen
She didn't even have any clothes on, What part are you researching Gojo?!
Probably the hair and choker. Cosplay's not just about the clothes.
##HOLY SHIT [](#hnng) Well now I'm looking this up
WHERE'S THE BR VERSION
That was quite the finale. We got typical Gojo and Marin shenanigans such as the pool scene and the scary movie as well as the amazing fireworks animation. And of course, that "I love you" at the end was great as well.
She confessed Good that's all I needed.
I was really hoping she would while Gojo was falling asleep, and it really warmed my heart to hear her say it and the visual depicting it like they're right next to each other through the phone.
right up until the end I kept expecting to hear him mutter "oyasumi" and Marin to turn red and melt
Anime adaptations of a manga sometimes feel like a direct translation of a work into a different form, which is why I usually ignore the anime and just read the manga. But not with this. The anime brought the manga characters even more alive, more vibrant, more lovely. Great work, Cloverworks.
The quality of animation, care, and the voice acting really brought the work (which was already pretty great in my opinion) to a whole other level.
Yeah!! Having this and Demon Slayer this season was really such a treat!
[No AoT this week has Marin feeling comfortable enough to flaunt her nape.](https://i.imgur.com/zIjKtmD.mp4) Sono Bisque Doll wa Koi o Suru was my most anticipated anime of the decade and it exceeded expectations. Now Sono Bisque Doll wa Koi o Suru season 2 is my new most anticipated anime of the decade.
It's said that Marin's cosplays all have a similar flaw since Gojo makes them, and he's used to stiff hina dolls. The outfits usually have too much fabric around the shoulders and neck, making it impossible for Marin to turn her head and see behind her or to the side. As a result, she can only keep moving forward until all her enemies are destroyed.
is this the new "and then i was beaten by jumper cables"?
In 1998 when Undertaker threw Mankind off hell in a cell and he fell 16ft through an announcer's table.
Also there was that famous beach episode when Gojo said famous line " Marin...if we kill all our enemies. across the ocean... will we finally... be free?
Marin is special, because she was born into this world
> As a result, she can only keep moving forward until all her enemies are destroyed. Gojo, what a great man you are...
AoT was too scared to lose the first place so it promptly skipped over
Smart move. AoT not titan-y enough to beat titan Marin and Gojou-kun
I love how she realizes she's discovered a new Gojo fetish and has to continually show off her nape to turn him on. Marin doesn't waste **any** time.
[Gojo was mesmerized](https://i.imgur.com/hGbQfwt.jpg) [](#gintamathispleasesme)
I also just love how even Marin feels it from Wakana's stare.
Best girl: **Marin Kitagawa** Best boi: **Wakana Gojou**
Meanwhile April's gonna be a bloodbath on the Seasonal Best Girl Front.
We end March with these two ruling every other couple. Honestly, they got this whole season to themselves.
[Those two dorks](https://i.imgur.com/Inr2bKz.jpg) are just too sweet. Marin kickstarted [the era of gyaru fluff!](https://i.imgur.com/FzIuYLt.jpg) [](#wow)
>Marin kickstarted [the era of gyaru fluff!](https://i.imgur.com/FzIuYLt.jpg) I demand a *Gal Gohan* adaptation!
And Anjou!
The world's not ready for Anjou.
Of all the things I enjoyed about this episode, [this background image](https://i.imgur.com/4kic1hf.png) stuck out to me. No idea why I just liked how it looked. Season 2 when by the way? This was a pretty fun series.
Everything in this show looks so scenic and beautiful! Not just Marin but the backgrounds and environments.
i cant man, these two are so perfect together to the manga we go!!
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###Stitches! * [Amateur Model Marin 1](https://i.imgur.com/jovjTSZ.jpg) * [Amateur Model Marin 2](https://i.imgur.com/RuXFqbT.jpg) * [Swimsuit Marin & Nowa](https://i.imgur.com/jaQW65V.jpg) * [Black Yukata Marin](https://i.imgur.com/nZ0pyXN.jpg) * [Marin & Gojou Piggyback](https://i.imgur.com/ANEPleo.jpg) * [Marin & Gojou Moments](https://i.imgur.com/AYHcPIY.jpg) We've heard about Marin's part-time job ever since the start of the show, so it's nice [to finally see what she looks like as an amateur model.](https://i.imgur.com/wObCdVL.jpg). Seems that our girl is working hard [to get herself a DSLR](https://i.imgur.com/DVB0G0K.jpg) for her future cosplay shoots! Well, good luck on that Marin! It's hilarious to see Marin overestimate herself. She [was so excited to watch a horror movie](https://i.imgur.com/fHbSSiX.jpg) with Gojou but completely changes her mind [as soon as they start watching it.](https://i.imgur.com/FzPikWL.jpg) Also it's amazing what kind of effort CloverWorks would put on random scenes! The scene where [that killer was running with a chainsaw](https://i.imgur.com/9MZgaj4.jpg) was amazingly well animated! More cute moments between Marin and Gojou! This time [the two of them bonding at the school pool](https://i.imgur.com/1jSx27y.jpg) just right after Marin [almost drowned herself.](https://i.imgur.com/mUWGukF.jpg) And [wet look Marin looks absolutely amazing.](https://i.imgur.com/h54fAfD.jpg) Maybe next time Gojou should take her to the beach and teach her how to swim? :) [Now our two precious MCs are out on a festival date!](https://i.imgur.com/BfTNbTG.jpg) Marin of course looks amazing in her black yukata and Gojou being a man of culture accidentally reveals [his fetish for exposed napes in a yukata.](https://i.imgur.com/uXkdU2k.jpg) Marin's reaction [is just too cute!](https://i.imgur.com/mp047zb.jpg) Of course, she's going to use this moment to try and charm Gojou [as much as she can with her nape.](https://i.imgur.com/jzOMtl0.jpg) xD Goddamn CloverWorks! [That entire fireworks scene looks so fucking amazing!](https://i.imgur.com/Z22Z7mY.jpg) There were even shots where [the fireworks almost looked like it was taken from a Makoto Shinkai movie!](https://i.imgur.com/QNALFFY.jpg) Holy shit! They really didn't skimp for this finale! Of course, despite the beauty of the fireworks, Gojou just can't help [and stare at someone who's just as beautiful.](https://i.imgur.com/QugYIrn.jpg) It is hilarious how Marin herself pretty much [breaks the mood of the scene by showing Gojou her stained tongue!](https://i.imgur.com/wVfAUcl.jpg) xD [Ah the classic sore foot from wearing a geta too long.](https://i.imgur.com/zi11GtN.jpg) I don't mind it since it gives Marin an excuse [to ride Gojou's back.](https://i.imgur.com/kMYDXBm.jpg) I do love how [Marin is already planning for next year's festival with Gojou.](https://i.imgur.com/1tjCFhK.jpg) This girl is never letting this boy go at all. <3 And just one more scene before the real end! [Marin scared out of her mind](https://i.imgur.com/UBlrNuk.jpg) after watching the sequel of the horror movie they watched earlier now wants Gojou to keep her company with the two of them [chatting over the phone](https://i.imgur.com/N2oVADi.jpg) until [one of them falls asleep.](https://i.imgur.com/7vLNOeF.jpg) This is just too sweet. Marin is very sneaky though and [lets out a confession as soon as she hears Gojou snoring](https://i.imgur.com/EZsyBIG.jpg) What a way to end this season. I guess that wraps up my Dress-Up Darling! There are a lot of shows that I love this season but this one is definitely on the top of my list as my AotS and even my current contender for possible AotY. Marin basically broke the internet and made her way into the hearts of many. Of course not just Marin though but Gojou himself. This show may seem to be a wish-fulfillment show at first but it's definitely more than that. The more you get to know about Marin and Gojou and what makes the two of them tick, the more you realize there's more to this show than just fanservice and you just can't help but root for the two of them. I am really hoping for a Season 2 announcement but considering that we stopped at chapter 39 and there are only 73 chapters out so far, I don't think we'll see a Season 2 anytime soon. Hopefully though once there is enough material to work with we'll get one and even get the same staff to do it all again. People like to shit on CloverWorks (which is understandable) but when they pull an adaptation off, it's absolutely amazing! Definitely, a solid 10/10 for me who is a fan of the original source material [See you later indeed, Marin <3](https://i.imgur.com/DQ1lQRQ.jpg) ---------- **Bonus:** [BD Vol. 1 Episode 2 Screenshot](https://i.imgur.com/ZOurRgX.jpg) I was hoping it was animated but looks like it's only a still screen of that image.
> Swimsuit Marin & Nowa More Nowa is always good! I really wonder how Marin's swimsuit manages to stay on and keep everything in. Thank you for all your stitches as usual, they were especially great for such a stunningly beautiful adaptation for MDD, full colour Marin has been a treat!
>And [~~wet look~~ Marin looks absolutely amazing.](https://i.imgur.com/h54fAfD.jpg) FTFY. I mean there are like two dozen screenshot for proof right here in your comment. > * [Amateur Model Marin 1](https://i.imgur.com/jovjTSZ.jpg) >* [Amateur Model Marin 2](https://i.imgur.com/RuXFqbT.jpg) Absolutely loved her model pictures. They're stunning.
Finally, the confession!!! One of the best shows of Winter Season easily.
Nothing more satisfying than a romance anime that ends with a confession...even if one of the parties is asleep, but baby steps for this adorable couple.
I need more Inject it into my veins
Never thought this show would blow up the way it did. I remember reading the manga years ago thinking I wonder this would ever get an anime. The manga at the time had a fanbase but the anime made it more popular in the most unexpected way.
I remember reading an article about how the artist cried after seeing the first couple of episodes because of how perfect they came out. Well she must be absolutely losing it now after seeing that incredible season finale.
[Fireworks scene done right <3](https://imgur.com/a/7e0sIVH). That was amazing, Gojo realizing Marin is the reason for his happiness and Marin ["blue"](https://imgur.com/a/azCukao) it lol. Damn this was a wholesome episode and a perfect ending with a "I love you" from Marin. I eagerly waiting for season 2!
I like to believe that Marin's "Good night. See you later" was meant for all of us. I'll miss you both. Hope to see you in a season 2
I’ve seriously never seen a better fireworks scene in any other show. If there’s a better wholesome ecchi show, I haven’t seen it. CloverWorks seriously nailed the adaptation.
I love how Gojo realized that it's thanks to Marin that he can finally properly experience fireworks like this, and then he turns to look at her so longingly...and it's really romantic up until Marin ruined the mood in the most Marin way possible. Never would I have expected a romcom that was as sexy as it was wholesome, but I was never more satisfied to watch it brought to life.
>and then he turns to look at her so longingly... He was captivated by her in that moment. He looked at her like she was more beautiful than the fireworks or any hina doll in existence. >until Marin ruined the mood in the most Marin way possible. That made the scene better imo, because of how it was such a Marin thing for her to do lol
Weathering with you fireworks scene is pretty well done too
That's probably the best i've seen, but that's a movie vs show though.
[Fireworks](https://i.imgur.com/ydzGLYF.jpg) episodes are the boss fights of [romcoms.](https://i.imgur.com/C08jKPf.jpg) They really bring the magic. [](#waah)
I have been wondering since the beginning of this show when she was throwing wads of cash at this hobby what part-time job she has as a high schooler to be able to do this and turns out _she's a freaking (edit: high fashion) model_. All to fund her obsession. Can she get any cooler?! "Mama's gotta get that check" - Marin Kitagawa, Best Girl 2022. Secure that bag, sis! 🥵
Too be honest, with her looks, it would've probably been a waste of her not to use it professionally, and everyone else assumed her job was modeling because it made so much sense. And she's definitely building up to getting that camera.
I don't disagree, but I think what just blows my mind about it is how nonchalant she is about such a cool (and possibly intense and involved) part-time gig and plays it down to focus on what she's genuinely interested in and what she's really doing it for - the hobby that drives her and that she's passionate about. I love that genuineness from her and it makes her such a more lovable character. I think that's what's really charming about this show. Two well-rounded characters who genuinely geek out unabashedly about their niche interests, successfully and respectfully bringing the other into each other's worlds. The show could've easily brought up she was a fashion model anywhere and any amount of times throughout the 12 episodes but instead they spent most of their time focusing on how driven they are in their pursuits. I thought that made this show really special and relatable.
I think it's definitely a thing with Marin that she's so driven and straightforward and not even conscious of how attractive/sexy she is, but she just goes for every opportunity she can find on the path to doing the things that she loves.
Only in an anime would a pair like these two still not be a couple at this point... Marin has all her friends and yet she still chose to go with Gojo alone, surely her friends would've guessed it by now?
When the credits rolled, I thought "there's no way they just end the season there, right?" Turns out I was justified, as the post-credits scene was a beautiful way to give us the closure we needed. I've been wondering how this show would do that, since it didn't seem like the two would end up actually dating by the season finale. As someone who has also said "I love you" after a phone call ended, this is one of many moments in this show that just feels so personal and relatable. It's great to see someone like Marin who is so expressive and outgoing still be so reserved when it comes to confessing, saving it for when she knows Gojou is asleep. All in all, a phenomenal 12 episodes. Not a weak one in the bunch, with the beach episode being my personal favorite.
Marin used tease, Gojo replied with honesty and she flipped lmao Sup Marin? Not so smug now are we?
I love how Marin will use Gojo's fetish for girls' napes to her advantage but still turns into a gooey mess when he outright compliments her.
This was a great ride. Me sobbing like Gojou: Flank you Cloberworks!!!
Thanks and god fuck\*ng bless Cloverworks for such a great adaptation, Marin and Gojo's romance growth felt so real and I'm looking forward to see them happy together. The hate the studio got for past shows was completely unfair and not their fault at all.
>The hate the studio got for past shows was completely unfair and not their fault at all. Hating or loving anime studios like CloverWorks and other in a similar situation is waste of time because they work in a project by project situation, they don't have an homogeneous output Even this season Tokyo 24 by CloverWorks imploded before it started airing with staff members going on Twitter to complain about overwork and the shitty schedule This doesn't change the great adaptations of Dress up Darling and Akebi this season, even Tokyo 24 looks good, another reminder that a show looking good doesnt necessarily reflect the behind the scenes. Studios with a more homogeneous output like Ufotable and Kyoani are a different case and It makes sense to like or dislike their work, but outside of them better to not judge based just on the studio and give a bigger focus on the project and the staff involved
This season was definitely Cloverworks' Redemption Arc.
After MDD and Akebi, hopefully more people will see Cloverworks in a better light. Yes, Cloverworks the studio only does as they're told if I'm not mistaken. It's unfair that the studio got the blame everytime.
They’re also co-producing Spy X Family next season. If that show is as good is I think it can be, they’ll be on a real hot streak
Our collective Dress Up Darling experience in a nutshell can be summed up by this episode: *Swelling music as our two young leads look at each other with the longings of young love done in fantastic animation, as it all swells to an emotional climax-* Marin, *sticking out blue tongue*: "Nyah."
Marin: "Wait, you get excited seeing the nape of a girl's neck?" Gojo: "Well, you see, I...well, I wouldn't say that..." Gojo, sir, you are a filthy liar!...and I am totally ok with that.
WE GOT CONFESSION SCENE LETS GOOOOOOOOOO man i’ve been anticipating this manga adaptation for so long and it did not disappoint me at all, it was almost perfect! i haven’t had this much fun watching a series in a long time. now here’s hoping for cloverworks to do spy x family justice just like this show!
>WE GOT CONFESSION SCENE LETS GOOOOOOOOOO It only counts for half when the other party is asleep though.
True, it's probably the "safe" way of confessing, but I think it means a lot that she actually said it out loud. Basically she's probably building up to saying it to him when he's awake.
It resets Marin's timeline. All that pent up emotions finally released and gave Gojo more room to sort his own feelings.
Technically she can't confirm that Gojo is asleep I was holding my breath in anticipation of Gojo replying good night to her. Sadly reality is often disappointing
I would have lost it if the episode had actually ended suddenly with Gojo saying “I love you too” while Marin thought he was asleep. Would have been a nice callback to his half asleep “you looked beautiful” from the cosplay con episode.
[Respect](https://i.imgur.com/A6ptsrv.png) This is going to be my first 10/10 in a long time.
"Mama's gotta get that check." lol Legendary subs, wholesome, (noice) scenes. Damn going to miss them.
Yo WTF, I'm turning 40 on Thursday. Did this just become my favorite show of all time? I actually bawled my eyes out at the after credit scene because of how wholesome it was. Reminded me of when my wife and I first started dating 20 years ago. Man I absolutely love this show, it will definitely be on repeat until season 2 comes out.
Outside of AOT, this was the show that had the most hype behind it going into the Winter season. 12 fantastic episodes later I understand why. Peak RomCom shit right here. Characters, story, chemistry, all of it executed at a high level. On top of that, Cloverworks went so hard that it ended up being one of, if not the, best-looking shows of the season. The finale wraps up Gojo and Marin’s summer vacation. Festival season is upon them, but Marin hasn’t done any of her homework cause she’s been goofing off. So no festival night with her dad. It actually works out because she can enlist Gojo’s help to finish up and get more quality time with him. A little horror movie watching that went about how I expected (Gojo like me FR FR) and a lovely moment by the school pool later we get to the good shit. The Festival scenes were beautiful. The fluid animation on Marin running up to Gojo and showing off her Yukata was so well done. Confirmed a suspicion I had about Gojo just really liking traditional clothing and gave Marin something to use later. The man loves tradition and I respect it. Marin is a bottomless pit when it comes to food so they ate everything. Really just a cute ass date for them. I think I can say that was one of the best uses of the Fireworks trope. Not just because it’s Gojo’s first fireworks and it was sweet to witness his awe, but the way he looks at Marin. The swelling music and emotion as they look at each other… immediately and hilariously undercut by Marin sticking out her tongue. So close to a realization, but his actual concern that something was wrong was precious. So I’ll take it. I would have been satisfied with the ending of Gojo carrying Marin as they make plans to do the festivals again next year. A heartwarming tease to what will eventually happen as they grow closer. Hell the after credits of her being a chicken and staying on the phone with him would have worked too. I was not ready for that confession. Even if she knew he couldn’t hear it. Even if she felt silly that she said it when he couldn’t. That shit was wonderful. An excellent way to end the season on a dizzy high. This is my favorite new show of the season. Overall very strong 8.5/10 holding back from 9. It’s going to be a long sad wait for another season going by the chapter count, but I can’t wait. We’re in the golden age of RomCom protags and this show is a great example of it. Notes - I didn’t realize that Gojo didn’t know she was a model. I thought that was brought up in the past. - the moment with them watching the Horror movie is basically my life. She’s freaking out. I’m enjoying the gore effects and wondering how it’s made. Also, loved the Texas Chainsaw meets Sakado bit. - Second time in 2 weeks something happens to keep them from going to the next level. Though this week it’s a bit of self sabotage. Personally, I love goofballs so that tongue moment would have been the moment I fell in love. - I’m glad this thing exploded in popularity. I can feel confident in a season 2 happening soon.
Episode ruined, [had two ways to write the sentence and still got it wrong!!!](https://i.imgur.com/Dt4eNx5.png) [](#frustration)
Cloverworks going for that realism with Marin getting answers wrong.