A Summer-Colored Miracle
Synopsis
Throughout life, people come and go, eventually departing with a goodbye. For childhood friends Natsumi Aizawa, Yuka Hanaki, and Rinko Tamaki, they are confronted with this harsh reality when they are told their group's fourth member, Saki Mizukoshi, is moving away at the end of summer. With this news threatening their friendship, the four girls seek out a magic stone from local folklore—hoping to use its rumored wish-granting powers to keep them together. After following the steps of the supposed legend, they are surprised to discover that the magic is real. While the summer's end looms over the horizon, Natsumi and the others use the stone to ensure they have no lingering regrets until the end. But regardless of what the future might bring, these four friends will never forget the colorful miracles they experience during what could be their final summer together. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
Audience sentiment is largely positive, praising the anime's heartwarming story of friendship and its blend of slice of life with supernatural elements. While some find the story simple or the animation lacking, most appreciate the character relationships and the overall emotional experience. The show is considered a hidden gem by many, despite its low rating.
Strengths
- Heartwarming story about friendship and growing up.
- Good character development and relatable relationships.
- Catchy soundtrack and beautiful art style.
- Enjoyable mix of slice of life and supernatural elements.
Weaknesses
- Some found the story simple or predictable.
- Underdeveloped potential of the wish-granting rock.
- Plain animation for some viewers.
- Lacks significant character development for some viewers.