The Shiunji Family Children
Synopsis
The wealthy and esteemed Shiunji family consists of seven siblings: Banri, Seiha, Ouka, Arata, Shion, Minami, and Kotono. Arata, the family heir, is constantly teased by his sisters for his inability to find love. However, during Kotono's 15th birthday, the siblings learn a shocking, long-hidden secret—all of them are adopted! The siblings all agree that their relationship will remain the same. But that promise does not last long, as each of the girls begins to approach Arata with intentions that go beyond sibling affection. Arata, who cherishes his family more than anything, must now find a way to protect their precious bonds and ensure that the Shiunji family never changes. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
Audience opinions are divided, with some finding the show enjoyable due to its character development and animation quality, while others are critical of its reliance on incestuous themes and harem tropes. Many compare it unfavorably to the author's other work, Rent-a-Girlfriend, while some see it as an improvement. The show is considered a decent watch but not particularly groundbreaking or memorable.
Strengths
- Well-developed characters, especially Arata and some of the sisters (Minami, Ouka).
- Strong animation quality and appealing art style, often reaching high visual standards.
- Good pacing that allows the story to breathe, with slow-burn romance development.
- Enjoyable and well-executed character arcs that provide emotional depth.
- Better than Rent-a-Girlfriend, improved communication and MC isn't a coward
Weaknesses
- The premise relies on potentially uncomfortable 'incest-adjacent' themes.
- Some characters feel underdeveloped or neglected, particularly Shion and some of the sisters.
- Relies on overused harem tropes and stereotypes.
- Inconsistent character behavior and rushed development at times.
- Repetitive flashbacks and unnecessary expositional dialogue.
- Questionable narrative choices from the author Reiji Miyajima