A-Channel

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Synonyms: A-Channel: The Animation
Japanese: Aチャンネル
English: A-Channel
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Type: TV
Episodes: 12
Status: Finished Airing
Aired: Apr 8, 2011 to Jun 24, 2011
Premiered: Spring 2011
Broadcast: Fridays at 01:40 (JST)
Licensors: Sentai Filmworks
Studios: Studio Gokumi
Genre: ComedyComedy
Themes: CGDCTCGDCT, SchoolSchool
Duration: 24 min. per ep.
Rating: PG-13 - Teens 13 or older

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Score: 6.931 (scored by 4545445,454 users)
1 indicates a weighted score.
Ranked: #46432
2 based on the top anime page. Please note that 'Not yet aired' and 'R18+' titles are excluded.
Popularity: #2169
Members: 102,233
Favorites: 303

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Synopsis

Forgetful and good-natured Run Momoki has been best friends with Tooru Ichii since childhood. Despite Run being one year older, her carefree attitude and popularity with the boys is a constant headache for the overprotective Tooru. To complicate matters further, when Tooru applies to the same high school as Run, she finds out that their little circle of two has grown into a quartet.

Their new acquaintances—Nagisa Tennouji and Yuuko Nishi—are classmates of Run and, in Tooru's eyes, the two must prove they are trustworthy. As a new high school year begins, the girls balance their friendship with the exhilarating opportunities of school life.

[Written by MAL Rewrite]

Background

A-Channel was released on Blu-ray and DVD in six volumes from May 25, 2011, to October 26, 2011. The series was published in the same formats in North America by Sentai Filmworks on January 27, 2015, and February 28, 2012, respectively.

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"Morning Arch" by Marina Kawano
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Ending Theme

1: "Humming Girl (ハミングガール)" by Kaori Fukuhara, Aoi Yuuki, Yumi Uchiyama, and Minako Kotobuki (eps 1-11)
2: "Harukaze no Kagaku (はるかぜの化学)" by Kaori Fukuhara, Aoi Yuuki, Yumi Uchiyama, and Minako Kotobuki (eps 12)




Reviews

Sep 30, 2024
It's a light and fun anime, ideal for those who want a relaxing and humorous experience.

(If you're looking for a slice of life with a story, you're in the wrong place.)

The story basically follows the daily routine of Run Momoki and her friends, each with their own distinct personalities that make them lovable and form the heart of the show.

The situations are simple, but always unexpected, with a relaxed tone that creates good moments.

The plot, although not the main focus, serves as a backdrop for the funny and cute interactions between the characters, creating funny moments.

The animation, although not impressive, is well executed and complements ...
Nov 26, 2023
Mixed Feelings
I enjoyed the "light" comedy, even though i don't find it unique...
It follows a more traditional slice-of-life formula, and some plot (to not say all) developments are predictable. However, enjoyment often comes from the charming character interactions, lighthearted humor, and the overall feel-good atmosphere rather than unexpected twists.
The art style is bright, colorful, and generally fitting for its genre. It complements the lighthearted nature of the series :3
While the characters are not exceptionally complex, they are well-rounded in the context of a comedy. Each character has distinct personality traits, quirks, and dynamics that contribute to the overall comedic and "heartwarming" tone of the series.
Enjoyable, ...
Sep 11, 2022
If you’ve seen any slice of life anime, you’ve already seen A-Channel.

I had strangely high hopes for this anime despite the average rating. However, after marathoning the series, I can safely say that my high expectations were hit with a swift kick of reality. A-Channel is basically Lucky Star…except without the cute characters and the comedy.

To start, the art style is only mediocre. The art style is often the driving point of any slice of life anime. Even with horrible writing and a cliche plot, at least the characters are cute and moe, right? WRONG. Every character in A-Channel looks the same, which ...

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