Okay, let's talk Nana. That iconic anime. We all love (or love to cry over) it, right?
But where exactly does the anime stop? It's a question that haunts us.
The Infamous Cliffhanger
The anime ends on a bit of a…whimper. Not a bang, definitely a whimper. We see Nana Komatsu, aka Hachi, living her new life.
She's got a kid. Takumi is still...Takumi. And Nana Osaki? Well, that’s the big question, isn't it?
So, Manga Chapter...?
Most people will tell you the anime roughly covers the first 12 volumes. That lands you somewhere around chapter 48, give or take. But let's be honest, that doesn't really *end* anything.
It's more like a dramatic pause. A very, very long pause. Thanks, Ai Yazawa-sensei!
Picking up the manga from volume 13 is the usual advice. Get ready for some serious feels, though.
My Unpopular Opinion (Brace Yourselves!)
Here's where I might lose some of you. I kind of think the anime ending...works?
Hear me out! We get the gist. Life isn't a fairytale. People make messy choices. Hearts get broken.
The lingering mystery of Nana Osaki's fate? It's actually poetic. We’re left wondering, just like everyone in the story.
The Beauty of the Unknown
Isn't that kind of the point? Life throws curveballs. You don't always get closure. Sometimes, you just have to keep going.
Maybe Nana is out there rocking. Maybe she's found peace. Maybe she's still running. We don’t know! And that's okay.
Of course, read the manga if you need answers. I did! But appreciate the anime’s subtle message, too.
The Real Ending? It's Up To You
Ultimately, where Nana "leaves off" is personal. It’s about where you choose to stop the story in your own head.
Did Nana's spirit survive? Did Hachi find happiness? It's fanfiction fuel, baby!
So, the anime ends around volume 12. But the *story*? That continues forever in our hearts (and on our bookshelves). Don't @ me!
"Are you listening, Nana?" - A constant, echoing question.
Now, if you'll excuse me, I'm going to go re-watch the concert scene for the millionth time. And maybe cry a little. You?
