What is the moon is beautiful isn't?

• Title: Tsuki ga Kirei (月がきれい), translated as "As the Moon, So Beautiful." Sometimes referred to as "The Moon is Beautiful, Isn't It?"
• Genre: Coming-of-age, romance, slice of life
• Synopsis: The anime follows the blossoming relationship between <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/Akane%20Mizuno">Akane Mizuno</a> and <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/Kotaro%20Azumi">Kotaro Azumi</a>, two third-year middle school students who find themselves in the same class for the first time. They navigate the challenges of adolescence, including first love, anxieties about the future, and the pressures of social expectations as they prepare for high school entrance exams.
• Key Themes: First love, communication (or lack thereof), social awkwardness, dealing with change and the future, the beauty of everyday moments, the awkwardness of <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/Middle%20School">Middle School</a>.
• Visual Style: Known for its realistic character animation (achieved partly through rotoscoping), beautiful backgrounds and detailed environments that capture the atmosphere of everyday Japan. The unique art style and animation are considered a key component in conveying the characters' anxieties and uncertainties.
• Use of Literature: The title, "Tsuki ga Kirei," is a reference to a famous anecdote about the novelist <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/Natsume%20Soseki">Natsume Soseki</a>. He allegedly told his student that instead of directly translating "I love you" into Japanese, one could say "The moon is beautiful, isn't it?" to convey a more subtle and refined affection. This sets the tone for the anime's subtle and nuanced portrayal of love. Throughout the show, the characters often communicate through literature, adding another layer to their relationship.
• Ending: The ending provides a glimpse into the characters' futures, showing the lasting impact of their middle school romance.