I think poor Rihito’s heart broke when he figured out why Ichigo wasn’t too pissed anymore when he teased the MC. Geezus…when I saw this, I about had a heart attack!Īs I was saying, he shows that he trusts in the MC more after they solidify their relationship. Then he shows even more growth after he and the MC spend the night together.

The MC supports him, even if she will miss him terribly.

I don’t find crying to actually be a very attractive aspect, in fact, I normally find it pretty off putting, but for how deeply the MC was hurt by not talking to her about this huge decision, his own confusion, and facing the regret he would feel if he didn’t try it makes sense that he would lose it in front of her. It not only shows the MC doubt in herself and her relationship with an actual reason, but it shows exactly how much Ichigo has been struggling with this decision himself. This is a very intense part of the sequel that I liked very much. Good job Voltage!Īnyway, Ichigo is given an opportunity to go abroad. That feeling of being left behind while everyone moves forward is very strong and common in a lot of people. The MC doesn’t really know what she wants to do in her future, and I think this is great because I relate a lot to that feeling. Which is another reason why I like “Dream Days in West Tokyo”, because it really starts with a childlike personality and romance that grows the longer you read. Which is great since it’s completely true. Ichigo’s ego (which is huge) takes a bit of a hit when he realizes that he isn’t putting forth the effort that others are. Ichigo is told that he cannot take over the cake shop until he proves that he really wants it, and not just accepting the responsibility halfheartedly. His possessiveness is very apparent during the beginning, not wanting any of the guys to touch her. He is much more open with his feelings with the MC since they had been dating for a few months by this point. However, when all the misunderstandings are cleared up he is really sweet. Doesn’t help that he is extremely jealous of his brother’s more honest and charismatic personality, and when it comes to the brother talking to the MC it makes matters worse. He feel that his brother is the ‘better’ son so all the emotional progress that seems to have been made sort of crumbles and he starts become reclusive. It’s obvious that Ichigo compares himself to his brother. It doesn’t help when his brother returns home after a few years absence and is welcomed back with open arms. This leads to a lot of family friction in both the main route and the sequel. Ichigo and his father seem to have the same problem with not being able to say their emotions directly, especially to one another. It’s funny because Johji plays along with it, even though he knows what’s going on. Ichigo shoots all other options down until he is the only option left. I think one of the things from the main route that sticks out in my mind the most from the beginning is when the floor in the MC’s room collapses, long story short, the girl needs a place to live. He originally comes off with a personality as bitter as black coffee, but the more time you spend with him reveals that he is actually sweet as sugar.

I really like Ichigo’s inability to be honest and constant denial of his feelings. I’m sorry, but that hairstyle cracks me up. Ichigo wasn’t initially one of my favorites, but his sequel made me adore him. I won’t lie, I love “Dreamy Days in West Tokyo” so much that I actually wanted to play all of the main routes.

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