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Slow Loop 2022

★ 6.4/10 · 17 votes TV-14 AnimationComedy 1 seasons · 12 eps Ended
Where to watch: CrunchyrollCrunchyroll Amazon ChannelAmazon Video
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What is Slow Loop?

Slow Loop is a Japanese recreational fishing anime series that premiered in 2022. The show is based on a manga series created by Maiko Uchino, which was serialized in the magazine Manga Time Kirara Forward beginning in September 2018.

Type
TV series
Year
2022
Status
Ended
Episodes
12
Runtime
24 minutes
First aired
Jan 7, 2022
Last aired
Mar 25, 2022
Original language
JA
Origin
JP
Networks
AT-X
Genres
Animation, Comedy
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Overview

Slow Loop is a Japanese recreational fishing anime series that premiered in 2022. The show is based on a manga series created by Maiko Uchino, which was serialized in the magazine Manga Time Kirara Forward beginning in September 2018. The television series features voice performances by Rin Kusumi, Natsumi Hioka, Tomomi Mineuchi, and Ryôka Yuzuki. The narrative centers on a character named Hiyori who visits the ocean to find comfort while feeling nervous about meeting her new stepfather. At the beach, she encounters a girl named Koharu and teaches her how to fish, a skill Hiyori learned from her late father. The plot takes a turn when the two girls discover that they are both preparing to meet their new families on the same evening, leading to the realization that they are about to become stepsisters. The series is available for streaming on Crunchyroll, where it is offered in both subbed and dubbed formats for viewers.

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Should you watch it?

“A chance encounter at the ocean leads two girls to discover they are becoming stepsisters.”

Reasons to watch
  • focuses on developing friendships
  • features relaxing fishing activities
  • explores family dynamics
Keep in mind
  • slow pacing may not suit everyone

Watch it if you enjoy gentle stories about building new family connections through shared hobbies.

The series features themes of grief and family adjustment in a mild, supportive tone.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the premise of the show?

Two girls meet by the ocean and realize they are about to become stepsisters.

What activity do the main characters share?

The girls bond through learning how to fish.

What is the tone of the series?

The show is a gentle, slice-of-life story about family and friendship.

Does the story involve family changes?

Yes, both main characters are navigating the process of meeting new step-family members.

Is this a high-stakes drama?

No, the narrative focuses on personal connections and the quiet activity of fishing.