Let's Make a Mug Too
Synopsis
The city of Tajimi is well-renowned for its Mino ware ceramics and being the hometown of Himeno Toyokawa's mother. Considered a legend in the world of pottery, Himeno's mother suddenly passed away when Himeno was four. However, her legacy lives on in the dozens of unique mugs that adorn the Toyokawas' new restaurant in Tajimi. Having moved back to the city recently following the bankruptcy of her father's company in Tokyo, Himeno brings some of her mother's mugs to her first day of high school in an attempt to make friends. One person who immediately takes an interest is Mika Kukuri, an eccentric girl in Himeno's class who soon introduces her to Tooko Aoki, the president of the Pottery Club. After learning more about her mother's contributions to the club and the art form, Himeno asks her father for permission to join, which he gladly gives. Alongside Mika and her childhood friend Naoko Naruse, Himeno enters the Pottery Club to continue her mother's beloved work and discover her own passion for the craft. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
Audience reception is mixed, with some appreciating the show's wholesomeness and introduction to pottery, while others find it bland and uninspired. The anime is seen as a simple slice-of-life show, with limited character development and a slow pace. It is generally considered inoffensive but not particularly memorable, leading to a relatively low level of audience polarization.
Strengths
- Show introduces pottery and Tajimi culture in an accessible way.
- The anime has moments of well-executed drama, adding depth.
- Catchy opening and ending themes.
Weaknesses
- Story and characters are generally underdeveloped and archetypal.
- Some episodes feel unnecessary and don't add to the plot or character development.
- Inconsistent animation quality.
- The show can be boring due to the slow pace and lack of excitement.