The spirit successor to Shirobako, a show about people, well cute university girls doing cute things. P.A really are good at making shows about everyday life interesting and makes learning life lessons worthwhile. WE don’t get many series about growing up after high school, so it is a good treat. Please let me and sensei, … Continue reading “Sakura” Girls Quest into Adulthood.
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