Grand Blue Dreaming Episode 8: Men's Cocktails

Manga chapter 15-16

Canon/LOW

OSHIMETER

9.5

10 Fans

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Grand Blue Dreaming Episode 8: Men's Cocktails

Manga chapter 15-16

Canon/LOW
← Prev: EP 7Next: EP 9 →

OSHIMETER

9.5

10 Fans

5star
4star
3star
2star
1star
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack

QUICK TAKES

28181883's avatar
28181883
the core plot has been entirely abandoned at this point in favor of city-wide misunderstandings. it functions as a comedy, but offers nothing of value narratively.
belva's avatar
belva
i have completely lost track of the plot but i am literally crying laughing right now. im100% with azusa kohei and iori should start dating
homotron3799's avatar
homotron3799
I AM CRYING LAUGHING BRO THIS IS SO STUPID Thank god this is only an anime because if real men acted like this I would lose my absolute mind
chunfai's avatar
chunfai
Iori and Kouhei in bartender outfit looks cool and professional at first, like someone who seriously understands cocktails. But very quickly, the situation turns ridiculous and stupid. They scene that aina imagine vs what Iori and Kouhei actually perform is hilarious.
nicholas9547481273's avatar
nicholas9547481273
Kohei and Iori are pretty excited for the trip to Okinawa. The bar’s drama scene fuels the overall comedy. Still, the bonding between their friends shows the extreme, and it makes my stomach ache. LOL, the Mitarai’s girlfriend scene! I had never laughed so hard before in my life.
peanuts's avatar
peanuts
This episode is relatable and comedy. And the boys are rocking in their new outfit! That "mixing" scene is hilarious and i understood why these boys are only good at drinking. The pacing is fast and the atmosphere is wonderfully chaotic! 🍸😂
kento's avatar
kento
Iori and Kouhei were rocking those bartender outfits. The screwdriver moment was incredibly funny, even though it was clear what would occur, it gave me a good laugh. Pun-based jokes are pretty refreshing.
matchablaze1's avatar
matchablaze1
Under all the chaos, you actually get some grounded moments here. The friendships feel more real, and the cast shows a softer side—even if it doesn’t last long. A few slower beats drag slightly, but it adds needed balance to the madness 😌
goyaljonesh06's avatar
goyaljonesh06
The mixer was an absolute train wreck in the best way possible. Watching Iori and Kohei try to sabotage each other's chances with the girls by serving "Men's Cocktails"—which were basically just pure combustible alcohol—was pure evil genius.
yaoyang's avatar
yaoyang
Don’t learn anything from this anime!

EPISODE CONTEXT

Sitting at the two-thirds mark of a 12-episode season, episode 8 pivots from the competitive antics of 'Doubles' to a money-hustling setup that feeds directly into the group's planned Okinawa trip — a destination that will likely anchor the season's final stretch. The bartending misadventures here bridge the gap between earlier club shenanigans and the upcoming 'Truth or Dare' episode, where the social dynamics being reinforced now should pay off in more character-driven comedy.

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EPISODE CONTEXT

Sitting at the two-thirds mark of a 12-episode season, episode 8 pivots from the competitive antics of 'Doubles' to a money-hustling setup that feeds directly into the group's planned Okinawa trip — a destination that will likely anchor the season's final stretch. The bartending misadventures here bridge the gap between earlier club shenanigans and the upcoming 'Truth or Dare' episode, where the social dynamics being reinforced now should pay off in more character-driven comedy.

QUICK TAKES

28181883's avatar
28181883
the core plot has been entirely abandoned at this point in favor of city-wide misunderstandings. it functions as a comedy, but offers nothing of value narratively.
belva's avatar
belva
i have completely lost track of the plot but i am literally crying laughing right now. im100% with azusa kohei and iori should start dating
homotron3799's avatar
homotron3799
I AM CRYING LAUGHING BRO THIS IS SO STUPID Thank god this is only an anime because if real men acted like this I would lose my absolute mind
chunfai's avatar
chunfai
Iori and Kouhei in bartender outfit looks cool and professional at first, like someone who seriously understands cocktails. But very quickly, the situation turns ridiculous and stupid. They scene that aina imagine vs what Iori and Kouhei actually perform is hilarious.
nicholas9547481273's avatar
nicholas9547481273
Kohei and Iori are pretty excited for the trip to Okinawa. The bar’s drama scene fuels the overall comedy. Still, the bonding between their friends shows the extreme, and it makes my stomach ache. LOL, the Mitarai’s girlfriend scene! I had never laughed so hard before in my life.
peanuts's avatar
peanuts
This episode is relatable and comedy. And the boys are rocking in their new outfit! That "mixing" scene is hilarious and i understood why these boys are only good at drinking. The pacing is fast and the atmosphere is wonderfully chaotic! 🍸😂
kento's avatar
kento
Iori and Kouhei were rocking those bartender outfits. The screwdriver moment was incredibly funny, even though it was clear what would occur, it gave me a good laugh. Pun-based jokes are pretty refreshing.
matchablaze1's avatar
matchablaze1
Under all the chaos, you actually get some grounded moments here. The friendships feel more real, and the cast shows a softer side—even if it doesn’t last long. A few slower beats drag slightly, but it adds needed balance to the madness 😌
goyaljonesh06's avatar
goyaljonesh06
The mixer was an absolute train wreck in the best way possible. Watching Iori and Kohei try to sabotage each other's chances with the girls by serving "Men's Cocktails"—which were basically just pure combustible alcohol—was pure evil genius.
yaoyang's avatar
yaoyang
Don’t learn anything from this anime!

©井上堅二・吉岡公威・講談社／ぐらんぶる製作委員会

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©井上堅二・吉岡公威・講談社／ぐらんぶる製作委員会

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