A Condition Called Love
A Condition Called Love
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A Condition Called Love

7.3
Yr 2024
Rt 24m
Status Ended
Animation Comedy Drama
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Overview

High school freshman Hotaru Hinase has a vibrant life full of family and friendship, but not much luck in romance. That all changes when she makes a warm gesture to her handsome and heartbroken classmate, Hananoi, leading to him asking her out and her becoming flustered. Witness a girl who grapples with the enigma of love and a boy who is heavy handed with it.

Critical Reception

What critics are saying

Score 48 /100

Critical reception for A Condition Called Love was generally mixed to negative, with major complaints centering on weak production values and troubling relationship dynamics. Critics noted that stilted character motion and poor overall production severely hurt the show, preventing its emotional beats and dramatic moments from landing effectively.

While some reviewers found the characterization of male lead Hananoi intriguing, others reacted strongly against the central romance, viewing the relationship dynamic as uncomfortable and unsettling. Additionally, commentators felt the series was less engaging overall when compared to other prominent romance titles airing around the same time.

Despite these visual and narrative flaws, certain elements received praise. Early episodes were credited for soft visual details and a sweeping score, and some critics felt the series managed to conclude on a sweet, heartfelt note that neatly wrapped up its main storylines.

“the horrible production of the series completely killed any momentum for the emotional parts to hit”

“This show is secretly a psychological horror to asexuals with anxiety who have been in a relationship similar to this”

“A Condition Called Love Episode 12 wraps the series neatly. It’s sweet and heartfelt, with enough of an emotional drive due to Hananoi’s storyline”

Transmission Paths

Where to Watch

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Crunchyroll
US • UK • CA
Why fans love it

This 2024 animated high school drama brings a classic shoujo romance setup into focus. Based on a manga, the story centers on Hotaru Hinase, a freshman whose life is rich with family and friendship, even if romance has consistently eluded her. Things shift suddenly when a simple act of kindness toward her handsome, heartbroken classmate Hananoi results in an unexpected invitation to date.

The appeal lies in the dynamic between its two leads as they navigate an unconventional start. Hotaru grapples with the enigma of love, trying to make sense of the concept, while Hananoi approaches romance with a heavy-handed intensity. Supported by voice talent including Kana Hanazawa, the series blends comedy and drama to explore how two high schoolers manage the awkward mechanics of early affection.

Featured Players

Cast

Credited 58
Regulars 8
Longest run 8 eps
Kana Hanazawa
Kana Hanazawa
as Hotaru Hinase (voice)
Chiaki Kobayashi
Chiaki Kobayashi
as Saki Hananoi (voice)
Yurika Kubo
Yurika Kubo
as Hibiki 'Kyo-chan' Asami (voice)
8 episodes
Maaya Sakamoto
Maaya Sakamoto
as Tsukiha 'Shibamu' Shibamura (voice)
8 episodes
Ryohei Kimura
Ryohei Kimura
as Sohei Yao (voice)
6 episodes
Ryota Osaka
Ryota Osaka
as Keigo Kurata (voice)
6 episodes
Sayumi Suzushiro
Sayumi Suzushiro
as Satomi Satomura (voice)
5 episodes
Kazuyuki Okitsu
Kazuyuki Okitsu
as Yukihiro Kuroe (voice)
3 episodes
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Hikaru Midorikawa as Shoichiro Hozumi (voice) 2 episodes Marika Kouno as Non-chan (voice) 5 episodes Mikako Komatsu as Kagari Hinase (voice) 4 episodes Rina Hidaka as Tomori Hinase (voice) 3 episodes Mikako Takahashi as Hotaru's Mother (voice) 4 episodes Hirofumi Nojima as Hotaru's Father (voice) 1 episode Naoya Uchida as Ginji-san (voice) 2 episodes Gara Takashima as Saki's Grandmother (voice) 3 episodes Mai Murakami as Saki's Aunt (voice) 1 episode Aya Yamane as Yui Chimura (voice) 1 episode Anan Furuya as Male Student (voice) 1 episode Shogo Sakata as Male Student (voice) 1 episode Yujiro Kakuda as Male Student (voice) 1 episode Kokoa Amano as Female Student (voice) 1 episode Mio Masui as Female Student (voice) 1 episode Yuka Nukui as Classmate (voice) 1 episode Kento Shiraishi as Male Student (voice) 1 episode Miho Wataya as Female Student (voice) 1 episode Ayane Matsuda as Female Student (voice) 1 episode Yu Akiba as Spectator (voice) 1 episode Takayuki Ishii as Spectator (voice) 1 episode Yuki Terui as Spectator (voice) 1 episode Yuri Usui as Spectator (voice) 1 episode Haruka Sato as Spectator (voice) 1 episode Saki Takahashi as Spectator (voice) 1 episode Shuichi Uchida as Sohei's Friend (voice) 2 episodes Kyo Yaoya as Old Lady (voice) 1 episode Asaki Yuikawa as Marika (voice) 2 episodes Ko Bonkobara as David (voice) 1 episode Sachiko Rindo as Sara (voice) 1 episode Mayuko Kazama as Girl (voice) 1 episode Saya Hitomi as Girl (voice) 1 episode Mayu Mineda as Saki as an Elementary School Boy (voice) 1 episode Moena Ashida as Child (voice) 1 episode Seina Takahashi as Child (voice) 1 episode Naoko Komatsu as Boy's Mother (voice) 1 episode Misato Matsuoka as Sohei as an Elementary School Boy (voice) 1 episode Saeko Oki as Freshman (voice) 1 episode Madoka Asahina as Freshman (voice) 1 episode Reo Osanai as Boy (voice) 2 episodes Aimi Tanaka as Girl (voice) 1 episode Natsune Inui as Girl (voice) 1 episode Kaito Takeda as Senior (voice) 1 episode Rena Motomura as Girl (voice) 2 episodes Yukiya Matsui as Senior (voice) 1 episode Makoto Sahara as Announcement (voice) 1 episode Yui Tsukada as Classmate (voice) 1 episode Hinata Sato as Classmate (voice) 1 episode Akari Bando as Girl (voice) 1 episode Min Konno as Elementary School Teacher (voice) 1 episode
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Keywords

high school romance based on manga shoujo anime
Technical Sheet

Details

First Aired
April 04, 2024
Status
Ended
Episode Runtime
24 minutes
Origin
JP
TMDB Votes
76