Review of Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day

A festival of feels. This anime is an absolute rollercoaster - it's heart-wrenchingly sad, but also joyous in a strange way. The premise is simple and the story plays out the scenario realistically and beautifully. The beauty in this work is perhaps best seen in the way it keeps you on the edge of despair: with joy. It contrasts the despair of the living with the joy of the dead (strange though this may sound). The value of human life, the sorrow of things left un-finished, and the love of friends and family. All of these things make up the festival of feels that is AnoHana. An absolute must see for those who like a good cry - if you enjoyed anime by Key (Kanon, Clannad, Air!, etc...) you'll likely love this (that said, Ano Hana's story is significantly less bizarre than those made by Key).