Go For It, Nakamura-kun!! Episode 3: Wait, Could This Be Love?!

Canon/MED

OSHIMETER

9.5

23 Fans

5

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3

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Go For It, Nakamura-kun!! Episode 3: Wait, Could This Be Love?!

Canon/MED

← Prev: EP 2 Next: EP 4 →

OSHIMETER

9.5

23 Fans

5

4

3

2

1

PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack

READTHROUGH

Contains spoilers • 12 scenes • 5 min read

QUICK TAKES

Such a great exploration of what being gay in school feels like, and what it feels like to crush on someone who is seemingly straight and how much it hurts. Very accurate. Broke my heart and built it back up again in every episode. I adore them both.

This episode focuses on an art class activity. I enjoyed the awkward romance felt sweet without trying too hard.

Well, I really had high hopes that Nakamura would end up with Kawamura since their romance kind of developed, even though unintentionally. But still, Nakamura tries to win over Hirose. It’s kind of a love triangle here. Very good progress and enjoyable to watch!

Kawamura is just like me fr! I think I'm loving the character already. Nakamura never fails to embarrass me but also make me feel giddy. I can’t stop smiling the whole time, especially his reactions with Hirose. Also, I really like the animation art style it's so simple and easy to watch for me.

Honestly, I was finding the previous two chapters a bit boring and repetitive, but Kawamura's entrance made it more fun. Could this be a love triangle?

at least she's not the weird fujoshi?? i think...

I haven't had such a fun watch in a long time! The comedy aspect isn't shoved into your face, yet you can tell the story doesn't take itself too seriously. All the characters down to the teachers are all charismatic too.

The introduction of Hifumi was a great decision in the long run. She seems like she will bring light and be a great supporting if not main character in the future. Her perspective in this episode also allows the audience to appreciate Nakamura more as a person!

mustardsprinkles

The animation has this "pop art" style that works really well with its art style and vibe. It emphasizes characters' feelings so well without exaggerating it too much. The art style of the characters themselves are also simplistic but colorful!

Fujoshing out on the rarepairs?! SO REAL😳 Adding a supporting character to match Nakamura's cringe energy is a big brain move! DOUBLE the secondhand embarrassment LOL!!🤣 Kudos to the smooth transition to the ED in this ep. Very clever direction!

Go for it. Nakamura!!!!

Good

My heart stopped when Hifumi pulled out her sketchbook that drawing of Hirose was so good I mean come on she's got talent

Honestly the highlight was Hifumi showing off her fanart. That girl has some serious skills and her enthusiasm is contagious.

flower_flute_499

I couldn't believe they actually got locked in the gym. That whole sequence was hilarious and a bit stressful for a second there.

That moment when Nakamura looked so happy getting Hifumi's drawing of Hirose was just too pure. You could feel his excitement.

ritsuko_akagi_183

Nakamura in art class was too real like we've all been there just staring at your crush trying to etch every detail into your memory

Nakamura's internal monologues are always gold. His reactions to Hirose are just everything. This episode really highlighted that awkward charm.

Oh my goodness, the whole sniffing incident just floored me. I mean, the secondhand embarrassment was real, but Niou-sensei's calm delivery of that line about asking for permission was absolutely priceless, a true comedic highlight.

Hifumi's an absolute gem her art skills are next level and her understanding of BL is truly inspiring

EPISODE CONTEXT

After Episode 2 established Nakamura's habit of getting into self-inflicted, lovesick predicaments, Episode 3 expands the supporting cast meaningfully with Kawamura's introduction, broadening the social landscape around the protagonist. Sitting at roughly the quarter-mark of a 13-episode run, this episode begins laying the interpersonal groundwork that will likely complicate and enrich Nakamura's central pursuit in the episodes ahead.

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EPISODE CONTEXT

After Episode 2 established Nakamura's habit of getting into self-inflicted, lovesick predicaments, Episode 3 expands the supporting cast meaningfully with Kawamura's introduction, broadening the social landscape around the protagonist. Sitting at roughly the quarter-mark of a 13-episode run, this episode begins laying the interpersonal groundwork that will likely complicate and enrich Nakamura's central pursuit in the episodes ahead.

READTHROUGH

Contains spoilers • 12 scenes • 5 min read

QUICK TAKES

Such a great exploration of what being gay in school feels like, and what it feels like to crush on someone who is seemingly straight and how much it hurts. Very accurate. Broke my heart and built it back up again in every episode. I adore them both.

This episode focuses on an art class activity. I enjoyed the awkward romance felt sweet without trying too hard.

Well, I really had high hopes that Nakamura would end up with Kawamura since their romance kind of developed, even though unintentionally. But still, Nakamura tries to win over Hirose. It’s kind of a love triangle here. Very good progress and enjoyable to watch!

Kawamura is just like me fr! I think I'm loving the character already. Nakamura never fails to embarrass me but also make me feel giddy. I can’t stop smiling the whole time, especially his reactions with Hirose. Also, I really like the animation art style it's so simple and easy to watch for me.

Honestly, I was finding the previous two chapters a bit boring and repetitive, but Kawamura's entrance made it more fun. Could this be a love triangle?

at least she's not the weird fujoshi?? i think...

I haven't had such a fun watch in a long time! The comedy aspect isn't shoved into your face, yet you can tell the story doesn't take itself too seriously. All the characters down to the teachers are all charismatic too.

The introduction of Hifumi was a great decision in the long run. She seems like she will bring light and be a great supporting if not main character in the future. Her perspective in this episode also allows the audience to appreciate Nakamura more as a person!

mustardsprinkles

The animation has this "pop art" style that works really well with its art style and vibe. It emphasizes characters' feelings so well without exaggerating it too much. The art style of the characters themselves are also simplistic but colorful!

Fujoshing out on the rarepairs?! SO REAL😳 Adding a supporting character to match Nakamura's cringe energy is a big brain move! DOUBLE the secondhand embarrassment LOL!!🤣 Kudos to the smooth transition to the ED in this ep. Very clever direction!

Go for it. Nakamura!!!!

Good

My heart stopped when Hifumi pulled out her sketchbook that drawing of Hirose was so good I mean come on she's got talent

Honestly the highlight was Hifumi showing off her fanart. That girl has some serious skills and her enthusiasm is contagious.

flower_flute_499

I couldn't believe they actually got locked in the gym. That whole sequence was hilarious and a bit stressful for a second there.

That moment when Nakamura looked so happy getting Hifumi's drawing of Hirose was just too pure. You could feel his excitement.

ritsuko_akagi_183

Nakamura in art class was too real like we've all been there just staring at your crush trying to etch every detail into your memory

Nakamura's internal monologues are always gold. His reactions to Hirose are just everything. This episode really highlighted that awkward charm.

Oh my goodness, the whole sniffing incident just floored me. I mean, the secondhand embarrassment was real, but Niou-sensei's calm delivery of that line about asking for permission was absolutely priceless, a true comedic highlight.

Hifumi's an absolute gem her art skills are next level and her understanding of BL is truly inspiring

©春泥／ヒーローズ／「ガンバレ！中村くん!!」製作委員会

AnimeOshi.com refers to anime titles, character names, logos, and other trademarked or copyrighted materials to identify and describe the works being reviewed, discussed, ranked or otherwise referenced on this site. This usage is believed to be nominative fair use or non-infringing and is not intended to imply any affiliation with the respective rights holders.

All trademarks and copyrights remain the property of their owners. If you are a rights holder and have concerns about any content on this site, please contact us at legal@animeoshi.com

©春泥／ヒーローズ／「ガンバレ！中村くん!!」製作委員会

AnimeOshi.com refers to anime titles, character names, logos, and other trademarked or copyrighted materials to identify and describe the works being reviewed, discussed, ranked or otherwise referenced on this site. This usage is believed to be nominative fair use or non-infringing and is not intended to imply any affiliation with the respective rights holders.

All trademarks and copyrights remain the property of their owners. If you are a rights holder and have concerns about any content on this site, please contact us at legal@animeoshi.com