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Shikimori's Not Just a Cutie
Kawaii dake ja Nai Shikimori-san · 可愛いだけじゃない式守さん · 2022
A remarkably cool girlfriend protects her accident-prone boyfriend from daily disasters.
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StatusFinished Airing
SeasonSpring 2022
StudioDoga Kobo
SourceWeb manga
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Yuu Izumi suffers from an unbelievable curse of chronic bad luck, constantly stumbling into falling signs, rogue soccer balls, and sudden traffic hazards. Fortunately for him, his high school sweetheart Shikimori is not merely adorable, kind, and sweet; whenever danger threatens Izumi, her demeanor shifts into that of an effortlessly cool, razor-sharp protector. With lightning reflexes, a piercing gaze, and fearless athletic prowess, Shikimori shields her gentle boyfriend from daily calamities. Together with their supportive high school friends, the endearing couple navigates everyday dates, festivals, and school trips with heartwarming mutual devotion.
⚠ Background — may contain spoilers
Produced by Doga Kobo and directed by Ryota Itoh, *Shikimori's Not Just a Cutie* was adapted from Keigo Maki's romantic comedy manga, airing in spring 2022. Written by Yoshimi Narita with character designs by Jun Yamazaki, the series garnered strong popularity for reversing traditional gender dynamics in romance tropes. Viewers appreciated Shikimori's charismatic transformation between soft, bashful girlfriend and charismatic athletic heroine. The studio signature pastel color palette and expressive, fluid character animation added vibrant charm to this comforting slice of life romance.
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Chief Animation Director6
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