Sakamoto Days
Synopsis
The name Tarou Sakamoto once instilled fear in every villain. No other professional hitman matched his prowess, and fellow assassins revered him. However, Sakamoto fell in love. In five short years, he married, became a father, put on some weight, and traded his weapons for an apron as he became the owner of a humble convenience store. Although Sakamoto is decidedly retired, he finds his old life of crime hard to shake off. His former partner, Shin Asakura, reappears and resolves to stay with Sakamoto's family under their strict no-kill rule. To make matters worse, a large bounty is placed on Sakamoto's head. Numerous assassins now pursue him—but they are in for a surprise. Sakamoto has not lost his edge, and no matter what tricks his enemies pull, he will fight off every last one to protect his dear family. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
Sakamoto Days receives mixed reviews, with some praising its unique premise and balance of action and comedy, while others criticize its inconsistent tone, bland story, and uninspired animation. The humor is divisive, with some finding it funny and others finding it predictable. Ultimately, the show doesn't live up to the hype, but some viewers find it enjoyable.
Strengths
- Engaging adult cast and mature setting.
- Good balance of comedy and action.
- Unique and interesting premise.
- Well-choreographed action sequences that utilize environments well.
- Character development on many characters, not just the MC
Weaknesses
- Inconsistent tone and pacing.
- Bland and uninspired story.
- Predictable comedy.
- Animation and visual style are lacking.
- Relies on overused tropes.