The year 2025 has almost come to an end, and it’s time to reflect. Sure, you could reflect on the year itself or, hear me out, you could go back even further.
For example, all the way back to 2017, when Konohana Kitan was airing. Even though the anime is mainly about a hot spring inn, it has always reminded me of New Year’s.
That feeling likely comes from the nature of the series. It focuses on spirits, the afterlife, and quiet moments of reflection. The yukata worn by the main characters also brings to mind New Year’s episodes from other anime. And of course, the New Year’s episode of Konohana Kitan itself was absolutely adorable.
If you’re looking for an anime to help you relax and reset before the new year, I highly recommend giving it a try. It’s only 12 episodes and is full of good old shojo ai!
So what do you think?