Yozakura Quartet: Hoshi no Umi
Synopsis
An OVA based on the Hoshi no Umi arc of the manga spanning chapters 26-34. This arc focuses on Rin Azuma, a Jiang-Shi yokai resident of Sakurashin adjusting to her new life in the city and working for a ramen shop. One day her former friend Zakuro Kurumaki invades Sakurashin to capture Rin and convince her to join her in destroying the city with the other yokai hunters as well as Enjin Hiizumi, the main antagonist of the series. Akina Hiizumi and the other members of the Hiizumi Life Counseling Office take action to save Rin, 'tune' the yokai controlling Zakuro and protect the city. (Source: ANN)
Audience Consensus
The OVA is a decent addition for fans of the series, particularly when viewed in conjunction with Hana no Uta. However, it may not be accessible to newcomers due to the lack of character development. The art style is appreciated.
Strengths
- Good timing to watch between episodes 8 and 9 of Hana no Uta.
- Appealing art style.
Weaknesses
- Hard to grasp characters without watching Hana no Uta first.
- Brief explanation of characters.