Tonari no Yokai-san · review
I decided to watch this because: 1. There was a cat. 2. It looked like a nice slow paced slice of life that could heal my sadness for a bit. Some episodes later I realized that this is more drama than I thought it would be. The characters are overcoming their struggles and sadness, and that theme will be present in every episode. The only thing I disliked about this series was Mutsumi (Muu-chan) and Jirou’s interactions with the repeating topic, and that she kept interfering with his work that just made it harder for him. I think the goal of the story is to make you put more effortin your life, face reality, do what you actually want here and now, and appreciate what you have.
I'm a sensitive person so it hit me hard. It’s a short, simple anime that is not unique, but I’m glad I watched it. I think I needed it.
The background music, OP/ED, animation and composition were good.
I would recommend this series to people who see themselves as sentimental.