Audience reviews
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Dapanda566
My first romance anime/manga (and review!) and I don't regret it.
This was 100% better than I expected, I came across this from a Tiktok list and I see the hype. One of the most enjoyable anime's I've laid eyes on.
The first episode perfectly sets up everything, introducing the characters and plot in a funny way.
The whole thing is just a basic high school love story but the author does an amazing job at making it deep by making the readers feel attached to the main couple.
I finished the anime and caught up with the manga in a day.
I love the art style and it's simple plot, the whole thing is nothing but funny, wholesome, and entertaining.
However this may be bias since this is my first romance anime I've watched but the wholesomeness the author illustrates is amazing.
Just th…
Read at the sourceCarbonRuiner
A surprisingly great experience.
This anime was a really pleasant surprise. I went into it with fairly low expectations, partly because of the title, but I ended up having a genuinely great time watching it.
It's a fun, easygoing anime with a cast of really entertaining characters. Most of them are exaggerated and larger-than-life in some way, but that's exactly what makes the whole thing work. The comedy can get completely absurd, with plenty of "WTF?!" moments where you can do nothing but laugh. One of my favorite aspects is the way the anime sometimes uses exaggerated or metaphorical imagery to represent what is actually happening. Characters will suddenly appear in completely ridiculous or impossible situations, but somehow those scenes convey their feelings or reactions perfectly.…
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It is hard to review romance anime since anything you say about anything in it is bound to give away the ending even if you don't describe any of it. I usually avoid romance anime since I've been burned so many times and I won't explain. This one was intriguing, I mean the title promises a girl in a short skirt so it's not like I was repulsed... a setup where she runs up against a cartoonishly determined class monitor was unique enough so here we are.
The first thing you notice is the art style- studio Zero-G does a very nice job especially with the color palette. The red and magenta and purple skies were so nice to look at. They do the intro with super thick lines that sort of looks like... SuperGals? Maybe it's a reference to SuperGals (or Powerpuff Girls). I think some people might com…
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The Klutzy Class Monitor and the Girl with the Short Skirt was an unprecedentedly entertaining show! I couldn’t stop watching it from start to finish!
I went into it expecting it to be filled with fanservice and was truly shocked - in the best way - that it was actually the opposite.
The main character, Poem, and the love interest, Tougo, were well developed and thought-out characters whose individuality charmed on screen… especially when put together! Their chemistry was great!
The plot too was engaging, well written, and its animation style was really eye-catching!
I’ve been loving this seasons animation, particularly with shows like go for it Nakamura where they all don’t look the same, but also have nostalgic elements to it that make them feel both familiar and unique.
Overall,…
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Klutz and Skirt is a pretty basic romcom that follows common tropes you see in other romcoms, and it felt like there really wasn’t anything unique about this anime. Still, despite this, the characters were entertaining to watch interact with one another, which I think was a pretty big positive, and the comedy was funny and genuinely enjoyable. The art style is kind of weird, and I honestly don’t know if I like it or not. It's addicting to look at, but it feels soulless at times or low effort if that makes sense. I don’t think this is a negative but just something I wanted to point out.
If you are a fan of romcoms that follow basic tropes and focus on mostly comedy with little bits of rom, you’d like Klutz and Skirt. I recommend this show. 7/10
Read at the sourceHondaJazz
Ponsuka has and will be my favorite romance anime from this season and most likely from this year,im a dub guy and i haven't seen a romance hit the same spot that kaguya sama did, but the casting for the dub was unbelievablely great, so many a list vas most of them coming from the best dub work in kaguya.
This is the sort of anime that doesnt scream in your face but taps your shoulder and doesnt overcook
Its art style is beautiful and is something quite unique and all the characters build around themselves to show great value to another season to show off how great this anime really is
A fantastic watch for all romance fans and especially love is war fans,
Read at the sourceFaisel
Sound (9/10)
The production value here is incredibly solid, particularly when it comes to the audio. The voice cast does a phenomenal job; every actor matches their character’s distinct personality perfectly. To top it off, while the opening track ("Hitorigoto" by osage) does a great job setting up the show's high-energy vibes, the ending theme; "Heya to Garakuta to Watashi" by MEminor is a banger.
Story (8/10)
At a glance, the setup seems like a standard, everyday school-life comedy. It heavily relies on the classic "uptight, disciplinarian boy meets rebellious, popular gyaru" trope. However, the show really shines in how it handles its narrative progression. What starts as purely episodic, funny interactions actually builds into some romantic progression. This isn't just limited to the…
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8/10
The Klutzy Class Monitor and the Girl with the Short Skirt is enjoyable even though it doesn’t do anything different. While it may be the same old song and dance of popular girl meets socially awkward boy, Klutz and Skirt has everything you want in a comfy buddy love story. Bright visuals, expressive characters, and a feel-good romance about two opposites falling in love. The supporting cast are equally as fun and well developed.
Poem is your typical “tsundere” archtype: violent and aggressive while being extremely sensitive and sweet. This trope proves difficult to pull off convincingly when there’s lack of stakes, petty disputes, and violent gags. Yet Poem’s aggressive antics aren’t totally romanticized and her relationship with Togo evolves at a comfortable pace.
Klutz and Skirt…
Read at the sourceAidvin
Enjoyable romance show, with a handful of characters that i found enjoyable to watch. The show did like to throw the same jokes but not too much where it felt too repetitive. It knows how to take make things feel carefree and work with it jokes but also provide the seriousness required for story development. The I enjoyed the look of the characters as the animation and art style really fit them. Did feel hard trying to keep in touch with all the characters and cling on to their gags sometimes but the main duo carries the show. Nothing noteworthy for the soundtrack. And story overall didn't feel stretched, they don't force you to wait for another season for that conclusion (like some other romance). Would be happy to watch the main duo and friends do their usual shenanigans again. 7.4/10
Read at the sourceAnimeExplorer21
Just finished The Klutzy Class Monitor and the Girl with the Short Skirt and damn, that was way better than I expected. I went in thinking it'd be standard cute romance but ended up smiling like an idiot the whole time. 10/10 easy.
Tougo and Poem are such a good pair. He's this uptight, rule-following class monitor and she's pure chaotic sunshine in a short skirt. Their awkward little moments blushing, shy hand-holding, dumb conversations felt so real. No endless drama, just sweet, natural vibes that actually made my heart flutter. Reminded me of my own clumsy high school crush days.
The school festival with those random rap battles cracked me up. Totally unexpected but hilarious. Side characters actually mattered too, which is rare.
Animation was a bit choppy in a few spots but the exp…
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This anime is a fun and wholesome watch from start to finish. The warm art style perfectly matches the relaxing atmosphere and story. One thing I really appreciated was that the main characters don't suddenly fall in love out of nowhere. Their relationship develops naturally, making their interactions feel genuine.
The friend group is wholesome, the character development is satisfying, and the series avoids many of the forced romance clichés that can make similar shows frustrating. The male protagonist is dense, but not in an annoying way. His behavior feels consistent with his personality rather than existing just to drag out the romance.
If you're looking for a light-hearted romantic comedy with lovable characters, natural relationship development, and a cozy atmosphere, I would defini…
Read at the sourceKimuraTheHatoru
Rom-com...... Well they were both in this anime but not really in equal measure. And neither of them executed very well.
TLDR:It starts well and falls apart towards the end
Now for people who want the details,let's get into it:
Well... From the title of this show,you'd expect fanservice really. But outside of the beach episode there's absolutely nothing goin on. And it's a shame too becasue the art is really good. But still,the title is more of a bait and switch. The skirt part of the gimmick evaporates almost instantly. And the klutz part is only used as a gag.
The comedy.... honestly it's hit or miss. I would lie if i say i didn't laugh at least a few times. But it's nothing wow. It's digestable overall.
The romance.... uuu boy. They got the cutsey part pretty good. But the romance…
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The Klutzy Class Monitor and the Girl with the Short Skirt is an unexpectedly vibrant and energetic romcom. The contrast between Togo’s excessively strict adherence to rules and regulations and Poem’s more relaxed and laid-back attitude sets up a strong dynamic for our lead characters to engage in going forward, and the romantic tension that inevitably results from that gives off that nice sugary moé feeling. Watching Togo learn to be a bit more free-flowing as he interacts more with Poem was, while predictable, still fairly gratifying, and the wacky side characters they encounter during their high school days are, on the whole, hilariously charming, though there are definitely a few where the gag can grow old very quickly.
Visually, it is similarly stimulating, with this easily being the…
Read at the sourceYoshit92
It's fine
The aesthetic inspired of trigger animes is really interesting. The chara-design with angles, disproportions and facial expressions of characters are very lovely. And there are any funny moments where the realisation will be totally absurde.
But if you want an exciting scenario, you'll be disapointed because there is no major interesting thematic who's gotten on. It's even a few much basic despite the character who have personality.
There could maybe have a dissonance between my rating and my level of recommandation, but I assure that you must see it as a basic comedy without no many pretention, and this anime respect our waits.
Read at the sourceSharur
This anime is a prime example of a unique romantic comedy anime.
I really don't know why it's been so poorly received.
The characterization is very good and unique, which doesn't make you hate even a single character. The precise and direct emotions without any silly games or conflicts make you enjoy the relationships that are formed.
The main female character is a tsundere, but she's a lovable tsundere, not a tsundere that gets on your nerves. The male character is also honest with his feelings and makes you completely connect with the story.
The story really went very honestly and beautifully, without clichés. The characters were all likable. The anime art was also likable.
Read at the sourceGT3_gamer
If I had a nickel for every romance show that has a confession in the first season, I would have many by now, which is weird, because Rent A Girlfriend exists. (3)
There is more than one this season, btw, and RAGF also aired this season. A perfect roasting session, incoming. 😂
How did I find this?
MAL seasonal anime list.
Appealing (Why did I get into the anime?)
It looks so 90's. I have to bite. I love the art style so much, and the main girl looks so appealing. Platform
Bilibili Global (South Asia & Southeast Asia) and Crunchyroll.
It's also available in some countries through Prime TV and Roku.
The review;
Plot/Story
It's your average romance comedy story of a clumsy class monitor and an outgoing girl. Well... not really.
You see, Sakuradaimon Togo, the clumsy class monitor, has a…
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I feel like I could be a bit more appreciative of Ponsuka if it came out in a slower season. For such a simple rom-com, the animation is pretty lively and colorful. The first half of the season has a good amount of laughs, with the main characters making a pretty strong pairing.
Once the other characters are introduced, the main characters get less focus, which is really to the show’s detriment. Ponsuka slows down a lot in the second half as it follows all of these characters around. It shifts focus away from the comedy to your typical anime hangout setpieces, ending on a beach trip followed by a culture festival.
I don’t think this would be a problem if the story kept up the comedic tempo it had while introducing its cast, or if it kept the main couple at the forefront. The problem seem…
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tl;dr:
+ Funny
+ Solid cast of characters
+ Good artstyle
- Gal Nadeshiko kind of bothers me
While it's not perfect, Klutz and the Skirt manages to make a funny romcom with a solid cast across the board. From the main 2 to the friends to the parents to the student council, there's not a single character I dislike. However, there is a plot point that grinds my gears, so I can't give it a too high score.
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Romcoms are hard.
Thanks to the deluge of them we get, you either have to bite the bullet on all of them or become incredibly discerning because I find that a lot of romcoms aren't worth the paper they're printed on.
So when I saw a show called "The Klutzy Class Monitor and the Girl with the Short Skirt"... I'm not even sure I even paid attention to it but whatever attention I did pay…
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Easily one of the most enjoyable romance anime this season or this year so far. I'd say it's comedy first and romance second, but it works so well, it's a great watch.
Premise is good enough, an unlikely pairing which leads to good jokes and storylines, the main characters bonding is interesting too. But really, comedy carries this anime, it's actually funny, I don't think there's a single episode where you wouldn't laugh several times, it's definitely funnier than many comedy anime out there.
Romance might be secondary, but it still hits just fine. Poem and Tougo's journey was sweet to follow, both shy in their own unique and different ways, but somehow getting closer and closer, eventually developing feelings. They're charming characters that you just can't not root for, their connecti…
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Opposites attract romcoms certainly aren’t anything new, but as we know by now, it’s all about how well executed they are and Ponsuka is a very well done romcom featuring two of my fave leads this season. It’s extremely wholesome, surprisingly well paced and developed and has one of the coolest art styles of the season. It’s a must watch for romcom fans, even with this insanely stacked spring lineup. Plus, there’s no weird sexualization of minors or fanservice.
I’m a sucker for the opposites attract trope, so most of them are worth a shout for me, but with Ponsuka I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of writing and emotional depth of the characters. Togo, the class monitor and stickler for the rules and Poem, the “delinquent” with a short skirt that breaks the rules. On the surface,…
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