For the most part it was an enjoyable season, everything is basically the same as usual however there was some issues with the characterisation that stood out to me. Character intentions are muddy, they're very unclear. I suppose even Chiaki and Nodame don't know what they want but the constant flipflopping between wanting to have a relationship and not led to very little progress in their relationship the entire season. Chiaki mentions that he wants to heavily commit to them being together but then never professes so or seems to even try, he even actively attempts to distance himself from her on a regular basis. OriginallyI saw this as part of his character development, him having difficulties with his father as a child, however it feels rather unresolved when a much more satisfying ending was hinted towards.

Overall this season had lots of decent plot points and interesting parts, but as a conlcusive part of a 3 season long romance anime it didn't fully hit the mark. Nodame is in a much better place meanwhile Chiaki seems barely coming to terms with his romantic interest of a girl he has had feelings for over 2 years. Very odd.