Recommendations from Iwamoto-Senpai
Synopsis — from MyAnimeList
The 1910s. Iwamoto Kodou, a student at Suho Middle School under direct command of the army, is investigating paranormal phenomena across the country as per military instruction. In a village rumoured to have "black snow," he meets a boy with special powers who believes them to be an illness; through Iwamoto's support, he realises they might have something in common and receives a recommendation to the school. Mysteries await Iwamoto at each place he visits–a romantic tale of this era begins to unravel!
Audience Consensus
Audience reception is mixed, with strong appreciation for the unique premise, art style, and mystery elements. However, significant criticism exists regarding narrative execution, character development (particularly the lack of female representation), and animation quality, leading to a divided opinion on its overall quality.
Strengths
- Engaging premise and initial episodes
- Unique and appealing art style compared to many anime
- Interesting elements that grip the viewer
- Each episode presents a new, unfolding mystery
Weaknesses
- Inconsistent story delivery, including character choices and situational pacing
- Animation can be lacking at times
- Characters, particularly middle schoolers, do not visually align with their age
- Severe lack of meaningful female characters
- Unlikable supporting characters, with the exception of one