Peak Shoujo (Kimi Ni Todoke Eps 7-9)

In this episode of Shoujo Sundae, Giana and Chika review episodes seven through nine of Kimi Ni Todoke! In episode seven, Sawako, Chizu, and Ayane go out for ramen to a local shop. Sawako learns that the shop is owned by Ryuu’s family, and they live above the store. They spend the evening hanging out in Ryuu’s room and invite Kazehaya over. In episode eight, Sawako’s friends encourage her to call them by their first names. However, she struggles to call Kazehaya “Shota”. Pin forces Kazehaya to become a committee member for the upcoming sports festival. His middle school friend, Kurumi, is also on the committee, and it’s evident she’s trying to become closer to Kazehaya. Kazehaya helps Sawako practice soccer for the sports festival. In episode nine, Sawako is enchanted by Kurumi and hopes to become friends with her, and the feeling seems to be mutual... or is it? Kazehaya struggles to call Sawako by her first name. Grab your spoon, and let’s dig in! Note from Giana: Apologies for any background noise! My apartment by a busy intersection has been less than ideal for recording, but I’m planning to move to a quieter place in March 2025. Thanks for your understanding! EPISODE 7 [1:36] Soft Serve Summary [2:33] Sprinkles on Top [3:40] Floats Your Boat [12:15] Banana Split [15:18] Rocky Road [19:07] Hot Fudge [20:02] I Scream, You Scream EPISODE 8 [20:01] Soft Serve Summary [22:18] Sprinkles on Top [23:47] Floats Your Boat [31:30] Banana Split [35:36] Rocky Road [36:31] Hot Fudge [37:57] I Scream, You Scream EPISODE 9 [40:49] Soft Serve Summary [41:56] Sprinkles on Top [43:19] Floats Your Boat [46:43] Banana Split [49:03] Rocky Road [54:24] Nuts [55:04] Hot Fudge [55:24] I Scream You Scream About Shoujo Sundae: Shoujo Sundae is a podcast safe haven for fans that are in love with shoujo anime and manga. Hosted by Giana Luna and Chika Supreme, Shoujo Sundae aims to review and reflect on shoujo properties that deserve more attention than what they currently receive.   Giana Luna is a podcaster by moonlight and a musician by daylight. Chika Supreme is a podcaster by moonlight and a social media manager by daylight. Find Shoujo Sundae wherever you listen to your podcasts: https://pod.link/1634859352 If you enjoyed this episode, SHARE it with a friend and RATE/REVIEW it on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! Connect with Giana, Chika, and Shoujo Sundae! Visit our website: http://shoujosundae.com  Pledge on Patreon: https://patreon.com/shoujosundae Shoujo Sundae's Social Media: https://linktr.ee/shoujosundae Send us an email: [email protected] Follow Giana Luna on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/gianaluna.bsky.social  Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/giana_luna_  Follow Chika Supreme on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/chika.shoujosundae.com  Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chikasupreme  A breakdown of the Shoujo Sundae segments: -A Soft Serve Summary (episode/film recap) -Sprinkles on Top (symbolism in the media) -Floats Your Boat (enjoyed moments) -Banana Split (split opinion or confusing moments)-Rocky Road (sad moments) -Nuts (shocking moments) -Hot Fudge (hot takes or angry rants) -I Scream, You Scream (disliked moments)