Dakaretai Otoko 1-i Ni Odosarete Imasu.: Spain-hen

Spain and Questionable Romances? My Two Cents on Dakaretai Otoko Spain-hen

Okay, let's talk about Dakaretai Otoko 1-i Ni Odosarete Imasu.: Spain-hen. You know, the one where Takato and Azumaya take their, uh, "relationship" to sunny Spain?

Prepare yourselves. I might have some... unpopular opinions.

The Scenery Was Pretty Great Though

First off, Spain looked gorgeous. Seriously. All those vibrant colors and beautiful architecture? I was almost more invested in the location than the plot.

Almost. Keyword: almost.

I mean, come on. Did they film the scenery first and then shoehorn a story in later? Because that’s kinda how it felt.

Romance or Extreme Attachment Issues? You Decide!

Let's be real. The dynamic between Takato and Azumaya is... intense. Some call it romantic. I call it "requires a therapist, stat!"

Azumaya is like a golden retriever who hasn't grasped the concept of personal space. He’s just… constantly there.

And Takato, bless his heart, just seems perpetually exasperated. Which, honestly, is relatable.

The Plot Thickens (Like Gazpacho?)

The plot in Spain-hen involved some family drama and a rival actor. It was…fine.

Did it keep me on the edge of my seat? Not really. Did it make me question some of the character's motivations? Absolutely.

It felt like they needed a reason for everyone to be in Spain besides "honeymooning," but maybe that’s just me being cynical.

Unpopular Opinion Incoming!

Here it comes. Deep breaths.

I think Spain-hen wasn't the best installment in the Dakaretai Otoko series. There, I said it.

Don’t get me wrong. It was entertaining. But it felt…less focused, somehow. More about the pretty scenery and less about the characters I (sort of) cared about.

Still Kinda Ships Them Though...

Despite my reservations, I can’t deny the…charm?…of the Takato and Azumaya dynamic.

It's like watching a train wreck in slow motion. You know it's probably not healthy, but you can't look away.

Plus, the voice acting is always top-notch. Let’s give props where props are due.

In Conclusion: Go for the Scenery, Stay for the Questionable Choices

So, should you watch Dakaretai Otoko 1-i Ni Odosarete Imasu.: Spain-hen? Probably. If you’re already invested in the series, you’ll want to see what happens.

Just don't expect a masterpiece. Think of it as a slightly over-the-top, visually appealing vacation for your eyeballs.

And maybe keep a therapist on speed dial, just in case.

Okay, now I'm off to rewatch the scene where Azumaya is overly clingy. For research purposes, of course! 😉