When Will Ayumu Make His Move?
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Status:
Ended -
Season 1:
Ended on September 23, 2022 -
Watched: 0%
0 of 12 Episodes
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Season: 1
| # | Air Date | Episode Name | Watched? |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1 | Jul 08, 2022 | ||
| E2 | Jul 15, 2022 | ||
| E3 | Jul 22, 2022 | ||
| E4 | Jul 29, 2022 | ||
| E5 | Aug 05, 2022 | ||
| E6 | Aug 12, 2022 | ||
| E7 | Aug 19, 2022 | ||
| E8 | Aug 26, 2022 | ||
| E9 | Sep 02, 2022 | ||
| E10 | Sep 09, 2022 | ||
| E11 | Sep 16, 2022 | ||
| E12 | Sep 23, 2022 |
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Why Watch:
"A retrospective look at how a stoic shogi player redefined the romantic comedy genre by turning honesty into a competitive sport."Series Analysis:
When Will Ayumu Make His Move? defined a specific era of "pure love" anime. Based on Sōichirō Yamamoto’s manga, the series carved a unique niche by subverting traditional "teasing" tropes. Rather than focus on trickery, the show centered on Ayumu’s stoic honesty, leaving his senior, Urushi, perpetually flustered. Its legacy resides in its disciplined pacing and the ability to transform Shogi into a battlefield of romantic tension. It proved that quiet character growth could captivate audiences as effectively as high-stakes drama. While the original run has concluded, its impact on the "comfy" romance genre remains profound. To stay informed on potential revivals or news, viewers should set a reminder for future updates regarding this charming franchise.Tone: Reflective, scholarly, and appreciative. Last Updated: March 2026
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Network:
TBS (JP) -
Seasons:
1 -
Years:
2022 - 2022 -
Genre:
Comedy, Animation, Anime, Romance -
Rating:
TV-14