City The Animation
Synopsis
Aimless daydreaming in high school is an ordinary part of growing up. But once graduation comes, suddenly there are bills to pay and a higher education to tackle. Even so, Midori Nagumo never quite stopped dreaming—even after entering college—as she still wants to have fun while ignoring her responsibilities. Contrasting Midori's recklessness is her supposed best friend Niikura, who is the complete opposite of Midori and has a goal of becoming a photographer after college. However, Niikura is often pulled into Midori's schemes, which leads them to meet Wako Izumi, a tenacious, yet airheaded classmate who is always taking pictures of things she finds fun. The trio ends up living together in the same apartment and attempt to navigate their lives in the city of City, where unexpected and out-of-the-ordinary things occur daily. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
City The Animation is praised for its unique animation style, creative comedy, and wholesome feel, reminiscent of Nichijou but with its own distinct direction. While some find the humor inconsistent or the storytelling incomplete, many appreciate the series for its artistic ingenuity and dynamic world-building. The overall reception is positive, with viewers highlighting the passion and care put into the production by Kyoto Animation.
Strengths
- Inventive comedy and storytelling
- Incredible and expressive animation by KyoAni
- Unique art style
- Fluid animation and attention to detail
- Excellent voice acting
Weaknesses
- Humor may not hit the same for everyone, especially those expecting Nichijou
- Incomplete story lines and lack of character development for minor characters
- Pacing can be disturbing at first
- Skipped manga content making it an unbalanced adaptation