YuruYuri

About YuruYuri

If you are hunting for a new comedy series, YuruYuri (ゆるゆり) deserves a look (2011). The setup goes like this. What the story covers: After a year in grade school without her childhood friends, first year learner Akari Akaza is finally reunited with second years Yui Funami and Kyouko Toshinou at their all-girls' middle school. During the duo's first year, Yui and Kyouko formed the "Amusement Club" which occupies the now nonexistent Tea Club's room.

Another thread: Shortly after Akari joins, one of her fellow classmates, Chinatsu Yoshikawa, pays the trio a visit under the impression that they are the Tea Club.

In a comedy series like this, timing, character chemistry and running gags decide whether it lands. Kyouko Toshinou (Yuka Ootsubo) and Akari Akaza (Shiori Mikami) are two of the characters you will meet early. Think of it as a pick for viewers who want something light between heavier series. The run is 12 episodes in total, so you know what you are signing up for.

Production & Appeal

Daume and Doga Kobo is the studio behind YuruYuri, and its direction shapes everything from character design to motion. Within the comedy category, timing, character chemistry and running gags decide whether it lands. A 7.3/10 score points to a dependable, well-liked series. On the casting side, Yuka Ootsubo voicing Kyouko Toshinou gives the lead role a recognizable voice. It aired in 2011, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.