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Honey and Clover
Honey and Clover: A heartwarming journey of five art school students navigating through friendship, love, and maturation. A must-watch anime on Netflix.
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| Year | 2005 |
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| Formats | Streaming |
| Episodes | 24 |
| Duration | 23 mins |
| Status | Finished |
| Release Date | April 15, 2005 |
| End Date | September 27, 2005 |
| Format | TV Series |
| Studio | J.C. Staff |
Synopsis
Takemoto Yuuta, Mayama Takumi, and Morita Shinobu are college students who share the small apartment. Even though they live in poverty, the three of them are able to obtain pleasure through small things in life. The story follows these characters' life stories as poor college students, as well as their love lives when a short but talented 18 year old girl called Hanamoto Hagumi appears.
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Characters & Voice Actors
Takumi Mayama MAIN | 
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Yuuta Takemoto MAIN | 
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Shinobu Morita MAIN | 
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Ayumi Yamada MAIN | 
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Editor's Review
“Honey and Clover” is a heartwarming blend of coming-of-age, romance, and slice-of-life genres that takes viewers on an emotional journey through the lives of a group of art school students. The series, which was first aired from April 15, 2005 to September 27, 2005, is based on a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Chica Umino.
The story revolves around five friends who study at an art school. The series depicts their lives and relationships as they navigate through themes of friendship, the choice of a profession, unrequited love, and maturation. The characters include Yuta Takemoto, Takumi Mayama, and Shinobu Morita who live in the same apartment complex and study at the same art university in Tokyo.
Yuta Takemoto is a sophomore at an arts college who shares a cheap apartment with two seniors—the eccentric Shinobu Morita, who keeps failing to graduate due to his absenteeism, and the sensible Takumi Mayama, who acts as a proper senior to Takemoto, often looking out for him. Takemoto had not given much thought to his future until one fine spring day when he meets the endearing Hagumi Hanamoto and falls in love at first sight.
Incredibly gifted in the arts, Hagumi enrolls in Takemoto’s university and soon befriends the popular pottery student Ayumi Yamada. Ayumi is already well acquainted with the three flatmates and secretly harbors deep feelings for one of them.
“Honey and Clover” is not just about romance; it also explores themes of friendship and loyalty. The relationship between the characters forms the emotional core of the series. Their interactions provide moments of humor and warmth amidst the emotionally charged sequences.
The animation quality is top-notch, with vibrant colors and detailed backgrounds that bring the world of “Honey and Clover” to life. The character designs are unique and visually appealing, adding to the overall aesthetic of the series.
In conclusion, “Honey and Clover” is a captivating series that offers a fresh take on the coming-of-age genre. Its engaging storyline, memorable characters, and stunning visuals make it a must-watch for any anime fan.