Tokimeki Tonight is one of most surprising and blessings of a series I have come across. This little 34 episode anime from the 80s was everything and much more than I had anticipated. This contained many elements I feel is lost within the romance and harem genre. It’s refreshing to see the guy being the prize while the women chase after someone whom is indifferent. It adds another layer of cuteness and desperation we don’t see too often or is tailored towards the male gaze. Not only does it have a great and unique direction with the romance and competitiveness, this show also has fantasticsupernatural elements that blend into the pursuit of romance and its hilarity. The body swaps and powers had suspense to situations while also having a small scent of sweetness in these ludacris situations. At the same time, the rules of the demon world crest this forbidden blockade that both embraces and negates the pursuit. The relationship and constant avoidance of the supernatural truth is strengthened and tested as the series goes on which the show hits its stride from episodes 24-30; The overarching story and plot developments come at full force as every episode is better than the next!

While some slap stick and an unfinished true ending may leave some feeling unsatisfied, Tokimeki Tonight is the unexpected gem I was waiting to stumble upon. The colors, aesthetics, and palettes is astounding and absorbing with so many warm and eye capturing frames and panels. Amazing character designs and attention to detail with the outfits and a delicate matching OST adds to this progressive love competition and one of the more creative, well used, and outlandish supernatural inclusions thus giving this show an array of ideas and inspiration. I’m glad to have unearthed this wonderful, funny, and comforting series. Oh and I love the OP! 9-8.5/10