Please Teacher!

Daume Winter 2002
DramaRomanceSchoolSci-Fi
7.1
Quality Score
0.55 (Positive)
Audience Mood
4 / 10
Controversy
98,946
MAL Ratings

Synopsis

One day, Kei Kusanagi notices a strange glowing woman by the lake. He discovers that the woman is actually an alien officer from the Galaxy Federation named Mizuho Kazami, and even more shocking—she's also his teacher! In spite of this setback, he and his teacher gradually get to know each other and a romance blossoms between them. However, soon enough, the principal of the school finds out about their relationship. The solution? Get married! Together, the newlyweds must keep their marriage a secret, not only from Kei's high school friends, but also the Galaxy Federation. Onegai☆Teacher is the fragile but comedic love story of an alien and her student. [Written by MAL Rewrite]

Audience Consensus

Overall, 'Onegai Teacher' is seen as a flawed but enjoyable romance anime. While some find the premise absurd and the plot riddled with clichés, many appreciate the character development, touching romance, and comedic elements. The series is recommended for fans of the romance genre who can overlook its shortcomings and appreciate its sweet and sentimental moments.

Strengths

  • Well-developed characters that undergo significant growth.
  • Touching romance with comedic moments.
  • Good animation and artwork for its time, with unique character designs.
  • Enjoyable and emotionally resonant experience.
  • Good voice acting, particularly for Mizuho Kazami in the dub.

Weaknesses

  • Ridiculous premise that stretches believability.
  • Overuse of coincidences and contrived plot devices.
  • Repetitive misunderstandings and situations.
  • Kei's illness and constant fainting become tiresome.
  • Inconsistent character behavior, particularly Mizuho's melodramatic tendencies.
  • Some found the student/teacher relationship uncomfortable despite the characters ages.
Available on: Crunchyroll, YouTube, Bilibili TV (availability varies by region)