The Dangers in My Heart season 2 review: A peak romance anime with a spectacular finale

The Dangers in My Heart season 2 review: A peak romance anime with a spectacular finale

Despite fans’ hopes for a satisfying conclusion to the second season of Dangers in My Heart, the rom-com anime has officially reached its end with the season finale. However, the finale exceeded fans’ expectations, leaving them with a sense of closure and fulfillment that could easily be mistaken for the end of the entire series.

Despite its initial ‘cringeworthy’ start, The Dangers in My Heart was able to captivate audiences with its main characters Kyoutarou Ichikawa and Anna Yamada and their endearing dynamic, despite its initial unpopularity in the Spring 2023 anime season.

Please note that the views expressed in this article are solely those of the author.

The Successes of Shin-Ei Animation in The Dangers in My Heart Season 2

Yamada as seen in The Dangers in My Heart (Image via Shin-Ei Animation)
Yamada as seen in The Dangers in My Heart (Image via Shin-Ei Animation)

The second season of the anime, The Dangers in My Heart, was created by Shin-Ei Animation, the same production team responsible for other popular series such as Teasing Master Takagi-san, Doraemon, Crayon Shin-Chan, and The Wrong Way to Use Healing Magic. This clearly indicates that the studio’s expertise lies not only in romance anime. Nevertheless, their work on The Dangers in My Heart was truly remarkable.

After careful examination of the manga series, it becomes clear that the animation does not require excessive complexity. However, Shin-Ei Animation skillfully enhanced the visuals by emphasizing aspects that were not emphasized in the manga, such as lighting and camera angles. These enhancements can be observed in crucial romantic moments, particularly the confession scenes in the final episode of the season.

Ichikawa and Yamada as seen in The Dangers in My Heart (Image via Shin-Ei Animation)
Ichikawa and Yamada as seen in The Dangers in My Heart (Image via Shin-Ei Animation)

The animation that portrayed the characters’ emotions and expressions was of such high quality that it made me doubt whether I was watching the season finale or the final episode of the entire series.

Shin-Ei Animation has consistently emphasized their dedication to high-quality animation since the debut of The Dangers in My Heart season 2. This was clearly evidenced by the exceptional animation in the anime’s opening theme video, which not only showcased top-notch visuals but also captured intricate movements and utilized optimal camera panning techniques.

Ichikawa and Yamada as seen in The Dangers in My Heart (Image via Shin-Ei Animation)
Ichikawa and Yamada as seen in The Dangers in My Heart (Image via Shin-Ei Animation)

One aspect that never failed to capture my heart in every episode was the reveal of the title. Even though it was typically the last thing shown, the seamless transition between the story and the episode’s title card always kept me on the edge of my seat, eagerly awaiting its reveal. This is a testament to how effectively the anime concluded each of its episodes.

With the immense popularity of the anime and its abundance of source material, fans are eagerly anticipating a third season of The Dangers in My Heart.

Possible reasons for The Dangers in My Heart season 2’s failure

In all honesty, The Dangers in My Heart season 2 did not have many shortcomings. However, upon closer examination of the anime, the only flaw that stands out is the alteration of the sequence of events in the season finale.

Kobayashi and Ichikawa as seen in The Dangers in My Heart season 2 (Image via Shin-Ei Animation)
Kobayashi and Ichikawa as seen in The Dangers in My Heart season 2 (Image via Shin-Ei Animation)

The anime closely adhered to the events of the manga, with only minor alterations. As a result, the rearrangement of events may have been the primary concern with the adaptation. This is due to the fact that some events appeared more believable in the manga, whereas they felt contrived in the anime.

From the depiction of Yamada’s departure for her audition, it was apparent that there were differences between the manga and the anime. In the manga, Yamada took the time to inform her parents and teachers about her plans before leaving for her audition. In contrast, in the anime, Yamada abruptly abandoned her trip without giving any prior notice.

Despite the unlikelihood of the situation for a 14-year-old girl, the anime managed to handle the plot well without any major flaws.

Concluding remarks

Ichikawa and Yamada as seen in The Dangers in My Heart (Image via Shin-Ei Animation)
Ichikawa and Yamada as seen in The Dangers in My Heart (Image via Shin-Ei Animation)

Undoubtedly, The Dangers in My Heart season 2 is among the most stunning romantic comedy anime to debut in recent years. The series follows a familiar trope of opposites attracting, where an introverted boy and an extroverted girl, or vice versa, develop a strong connection after getting to know each other.

Despite being a common trope, The Dangers in My Heart anime offers a refreshing perspective on it. Although the first season may initially leave a negative impression, it quickly draws viewers into its world and has them cheering for Ichikawa and Yamada to end up together. This sentiment is heightened in season 2 of The Dangers in My Heart as fans truly begin to believe that the two characters are meant to be together.

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