Shikimoris Not Just A Cutie Episode 4

Okay, let's talk Shikimori's Not Just a Cutie, specifically episode 4. Anyone else think it was… dare I say… a little boring?

Beach Episode Blues?

It was a beach episode! Beach episodes are supposed to be fun. Sunshine, sand, maybe a little swimsuit awkwardness. But this one felt… muted?

The animation was pretty, sure. And seeing Shikimori in a swimsuit? Definitely a visual treat. But where was the chaos? The laugh-out-loud moments?

The Unpopular Opinion Corner

Here's my hot take: I think Izumi is kind of bland. I know, I know! He's the sweet, clumsy protagonist. We're supposed to root for him.

But sometimes I just want to shake him a little. Like, dude, you have Shikimori! Appreciate it! Stop almost getting hit by runaway volleyballs!

Seriously, the guy is a walking disaster magnet. I spent half the episode stressed out, waiting for something terrible to happen to him.

Maybe that's the point? Shikimori is his protector. But sometimes it feels like she's more of a babysitter than a girlfriend.

Friendship Moments That Landed

Okay, okay, it wasn't all bad. I did enjoy seeing Nekozaki and Inuzuka. They're honestly more entertaining sometimes than the main couple.

Their friendship feels genuine. The playful teasing, the unwavering support. That's the kind of dynamic I crave.

Hachimitsu's quiet observations are also a highlight. She's the ultimate chill girl. Always observing, rarely reacting.

Predictable Tropes?

The episode leaned heavily into anime tropes. The "lost child" scenario? The near-drowning incident? We've seen it all before.

I was hoping for something a little more original. Something that would make this beach episode stand out from the crowd.

Maybe I'm being too harsh. Maybe I just had high expectations. But episode 4 felt like it was treading water (pun intended!).

Final Verdict (For Now)

Don't get me wrong, I'm still watching Shikimori's Not Just a Cutie. I'm invested in these characters, even if Izumi sometimes tests my patience.

I just hope the series finds its footing. It has so much potential! Let's see more of Shikimori's badass side. And maybe give Izumi a little more backbone.

So, unpopular opinion: Episode 4 was a bit of a letdown. Agree? Disagree? Let me know in the comments! (Or just yell at me in a polite way.)