Encouragement of Climb
Synopsis
As a child, Aoi Yukimura adored mountains and was passionate about climbing. However, a playground accident has since left her afraid of heights, turning her toward indoor hobbies. Unfortunately, now a shy and timid first-year high school student, Aoi has become so absorbed in these pastimes that she can barely socialize with others, leaving her practically friendless. It is only when she runs into the lively Hinata Kuraue, an old friend from her climbing days, that things start to change. Impulsive and high-spirited, Hinata insists on having Aoi join her in all sorts of climbing activities. Though reluctant at first, Aoi quickly finds that her time with Hinata brings back fond memories of their childhood and soon decides to start climbing again. As the return to her past hobby starts to bring her out of her shell, Aoi finds herself gaining close friends, taking on new challenges, and continuing to find her own encouragement to climb. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
The audience generally feels that Yama no Susume is a heartwarming and encouraging series about friendship and overcoming fears, particularly well-suited for slice-of-life and moe enthusiasts. The show's character development and beautiful art style are frequently praised. Some viewers find the short episode length or simple story to be drawbacks, but overall the series is positively received for its ability to tell a complete and uplifting story in a concise format.
Strengths
- Character development, especially Aoi's growth in confidence.
- Positive portrayal of friendship and overcoming fears.
- Beautiful art style and scenery capture the essence of mountain climbing.
- Informative about mountain climbing basics.
- Well-executed storytelling despite the short episode format.
Weaknesses
- Short episode length may not appeal to all viewers.
- Simple story may lack depth for some.
- Music and sound design are unremarkable.
- Occasional moe elements may deter some viewers.
- Some find the focus on buying things in some episodes boring.