NegaPosi Angler

Tsunehiro never saw his efforts pay off.

Despite studying hard, he was only approved in a third-rate university. His family felt the heavy burden of sending him to higher education. Walking around campus, among groups of carefree young adults socialising, only made him feel inadequate.

He had a niche interest, where he could safely retreat to and feel a sense of accomplishment: investment. Tsunehiro was an avid enthusiast, spending his free time studying the market and seeing his assets grow. Here he could explore his full potential while securing a bright future for himself! Unfortunately, our protagonist learned in a catastrophic fashion that ... some great capital gains come with high risks: all his savings plunged. Desperate to recuperate some of the losses, he took loans from shady loan sharks, saw this new money evaporate, resorted to gambling and, before he knew it, he was drowning in more debt than he could ever be reasonably expected to pay. On top of it all, he was diagnosed with a terminal illness.

A walking carcass, kept alive by the whims of a cynical god. There was no real point in going on. Every attempt to prematurely end his life failed. Feeling incapable to even do that crushed any energy he might have had to fight his way out.

In one of his seemingly fruitless flights from his creditors, he jumps from a bridge and falls into a boat. What first was a miracle suddenly turned into a nightmare: that boat was headed to the open sea in the middle of the night. Aboard, a jolly group of recreational fishers introduced themselves to their newfound companion. At first, “Hiro” was relieved for successfully fending off his assailants, but spending the whole night in the middle of nowhere with fishing lunatics seemed like punishment. With nothing better to do, he got his first taste of the sport, opening up a whole new world.

During the series we follow the tribulations of a depressed young man, with no prospects for a long and happy life, trying to get his final years together. Fishing is not a random hobby for someone with his life history. Fishers literally sink in hours and hours with no guarantee of a reward, even if he does everything right. To even start the activity, the upfront costs (equipment, transportation, time, effort) seem to outweigh any potential catch. After all, they are only doing it for fun and, maybe, one good meal afterwards. But that’s the beauty of fishing: enjoying a good time with like-minded people regardless of material returns, doing an activity outdoors in which the result is in your own hands.



One of the most common complaints I’ve seen about this anime is how annoying the main character is. I totally agree, but ironically I find this assessment one of the strongest points of the character building. Anyone who had to personally deal with depression to the point of suicidal ideation (themselves or with close relatives) knows how frustrating it can be. A healthy person will rightfully be shocked at some decisions. “How could he not take this chance!? With a stable job, good friends and a new place to stay he could slowly pay off his debt, so why fall into gambling again? Wait, he’s spending his salary lavishly? Arg, this lack of discipline is insane!”

When you are deep into a pit of despair, diligently climbing up may seem obvious to an outsider. Clear opportunities are right in front of them, so why can’t they at least try? To the person down there, however, digging down may be the only activity they are capable of bringing themselves to perform. NegaPosi Angler shows us how important the insistent intervention of a wholesome community can be to heal a wounded individual. Ultimately, though, they have to make an effort of their own volition. Tsunehiro found good friends who could benefit from having him on their team while helping him take the baby steps necessary to reclaim his life. It’s not a one-sided relationship, nor is it a straightforward process. It’s simply satisfying to watch good people congregating around a beautiful sport to elevate one another.

The protagonist is a college student who went broke on the stock market, shut himself in, has severe anxiety with college stuff, and will probably die soon anyway. It feels like everything is done and over; nothing left to do except die, right? But then, a chance encounter and some "4 a.m. animal crossing fishing" vibes, and you feel like living again.

This anime is pretty real. It feels unique and mature. The animation is nice, with expressive characters and some downright beautiful shots -- though it can look rough when combining 3D fish and 2D characters. The music evokes the same laid back guitar ... vibes as a late night animal crossing track. The characters are a random bunch, but they are somehow exactly the right thing the protag needs -- especially pink-hair guy Takaaki, I seriously fucking love him.

Give the first episode a watch if you feel like you could connect with this anime. It already hits pretty good.

Title: NegaPosi Angler
Genre: Slice of Life, Sports, Drama
Studio: Pine Jam
Episodes: 12
Aired: Fall 2024

The main character in "NegaPosi Angler" is seriously down on his luck. And when I say down, I mean this guy is broke; he's got creditors breathing down his neck, and to top it all off, he's told he only has a couple of years left to live. So, what's a guy to do in this situation? The answer is to go fishing.

The Setup:
Our MC stumbles upon a rag-tag group of fishermen and women who introduce him to the fishing world. From there, the story hints at a journey of self-discovery—will he find ... a new purpose and turn his life around by simply casting a line? You might be fishing for an answer, but the anime is taking its time to reveal whether our guy will reel in a new life or end up as bait.

Art and Storytelling:
The anime itself is pretty standard when it comes to art and audio. It's nothing fancy, but it gets the job done for this type of laid-back series. However, I genuinely appreciate how it incorporates actual fishing techniques and concepts. As someone who's fished before, I find it nice to see anime take the time to get the details right. The relaxed pacing makes it a perfect slice-of-life experience focusing on small moments rather than significant, dramatic events.

Final Thoughts:
"NegaPosi Angler" isn't the kind of show that will hook you with intense action or mind-blowing twists, but it's a great pick if you're looking for something calming and meditative. It's the type of anime that invites you to relax, unwind, and maybe even learn a thing or two about fishing. Perfect for those who want to appreciate the simple things in life while rooting for an underdog.

Negative Positive Angler — When life beats you down and gives you a limited time to live, why not try something that you haven't done before...like fishing?

Originality may be a dime a dozen, a pocketful of change when it comes to experimenting with things that aren't as innovative, but it offers a variety in the usual tried-and-true formulas for things already seen, in yet-experimented forms to its own degree of success. And it's in this hindsight to follow up this trend by releasing Nega(tive)Posi(tive) Angler, yet another Kadokawa and studio NUT collaboration since last Fall's unnoticed Bullbuster that has an adult casting but focuses on ... the sport that is recreational fishing and its "hook, line, and sinker" on the fragility of human life.

Meet Tsunehiro Sasaki, an MC so hit by the brutality of life that you wonder why he is still living in the world. An unsuccessful college student who became a gambler by investing all of his savings into the stock market (which bubbled and burst) and dropped out by night to become a gambler to just waste his life away by borrowing money from loansharks and being chased by them when he failed to pay back the funds, one would really question this young man's existence as a complete failure at life. Not to mention with an incurable disease that he has, and the diagnosis returning to him that he only has 2 years to live, I'm thinking that the Devil has pretty much manifested his life to the point of being cursed once he grows up and becomes a wasted member of society. But out of the ashes, a near-suicide attempt that has Tsunehiro being saved by complete strangers who just so happen to be fishing around the area begins his turning point against the negative Anglers and turning them into positive Anglers to see life anew.

The unkempt fishers of a man and woman who saved Tsunehiro's life, both Hana Ayukawa and Takaaki Tsutsujimori are avid fishers who embody everything that is to know about fishermen and women in general: people who go and fish in ridiculous hours just to catch the freshest breed or just catching the opportunity during the seasonal fishing periods to farm for fish of all types, common or rare (or otherwise). They're quite the eccentric duo who are also Senseis in their own right to teach Tsunehiro the 5W1Hs of fishing, which in turn captivates the fishing experience starting from the beginner rookie level. I'd argue to say that fishing in and of itself is quite the art form (apart from its competitive roots), teaching from the usage of baits to even the formation of the fishing lures, which is accessorized based on the skills of the user. Of course, what's a rookie to just learn from the masters themselves when there are the everyday people who also contribute to the fun of fishing as a community altogether? This is the Everyday convenience store mart that sells the typical convenience store food you'd expect, and fishing equipment that is central to the plot as a commune gateway alongside people of manager Machida, to part-timers like Kozue Nishimori, the mysterious veteran of Fujishiro, and siblings of Arua and Ice, all having their personalities contribute to the differing contrast of the cast in totality.

But going back to Tsunehiro (because he's the MC alright). Getting his life back up after losing pretty much everything in his life, not to mention losing his life with finite time to live, any sane person would just do nothing and waste their time away awaiting their death sentence in time to come. And though at first Tsunehiro hasn't got the back of a spine to man up and face his troubles head-on (because of the overwhelmingness of his situation), with much convincing from Hana, Takaaki, and the others, the spineless man slowly not just learns the traits of fishing but picks up skills on his own, nurtures it and applies it to his fishing that becomes the centrifugal force of his newfound living, overcoming his negative Anglers to turn it around into positive Anglers, and see life from a whole new and different angle that's worth living again, even if his terminal illness would come and devastate his life unpredictably. This story of the drama picks up slowly and bears fruit and affects others in the same degree, mainly to the saviour of his life, Takaaki, as secrets between both men get intertwined in a way that still honours what the anime's premise sets itself up for in the first place. It's not just drama for the sake of it, but while pushing the buttons may break friendships like such, the reality of overcoming sins and burdens in one's life may be too much to bear, but it must be done regardless towards humanity's harsh climates.

For an anime based solely on fishing, I like the incorporation of CGI to give the sense of the actions of fish; from treading in waters to struggling through being pulled by the lures, it gives realism towards the recreational sport. And while studio NUT's production values are nothing to scoff at, it wholly gets its job done playing second fiddle to the plot, which is the star attraction of the show.

The music by famed composer Tomoki Kikuya is plenty fine and also does its job for a not-so-chill anime that has its chill moments at the right times. But the OST is quite the miss with Van de Shop's OP, which is A LOT of autotune that just does not fit into the show whatsoever in any way. At least 96Neko's ED is much better and more suited for a calm, collected, and soothing song.

Much like its adulterated tones, NegaPosi Angler will not be for everyone given its rather adult and mature nature. However, with that said, if you need a bit of retrospective for something that, while on the surface, may not look like much, goes much deeper than the depths of the ocean, this anime will do just right for a serious but laid-back atmosphere that's fishing and its soothing nature. Give this show a second chance to hook you; it'll lure you in with its line and sinker, and your eyes for an amicable experience.

My love for this anime is unbound. This ep alone truly was amazing 10/10 and all.
I hope they make an S2 in the future but knowing that this is an 'anime original' meaning it isn't backed by any source material, the likelihood of this getting an S2 is slim to non knowing how the anime ends off. But my hope for a S2 will never waver.
Despite all that, the characters, the plot, the story, and all is so wonderfully made.
Though I am sad that there's no romance between the characters at least a little hint but even then I don't mind for there to ... be none but oh well it's still wonderful with or without romance.

This is a nice light-hearted anime. Even though the anime has all the reasons to be a deeply dramatic and dark show, it is instead about a guy who seems to be picking himself up with some help and fishing.

The best part for me, is that the main character isn't overly against trying anything, or always grumpy or angry. I feel like a lot of animes that deal with mc's who are in a dark place, make them so angry and hate the world, giving more agnst and drama. That in itself isn't a bad thing, but it's also true that realistically, you'll get someone ... like our mc, and that makes him more relatable.

I would definitely reccommend this to people who want a feel good anime, though I am only finished episode 5 by the time I publish this review. I'll update later again once it's finished.

Recently we've had a lot "gyaru"-ish heroine serving as the manic pixie dream girl to save our pathetic MC. I was fully expecting NegaPosi Angler (what a bold name) to play the same trope but somehow... the main girl isn't all that prominent in the first 3 episodes. Instead, we get a "gyaruo"-ish dude to save our male MC, so I guess that's a nice change of pace.

Our main MC plays the not-so-popular trope that is the Suicidal Doomer MC. You see these kinds of MC a lot more in seinen mangas because Japanese men just relate so hard to suicidal MCs. I think they ... introduced this MC fairly well. He fucked up his life pretty hard, lost a lot of money in legal gambling(Ah, average Japanese experience). Many upstanding viewers may not enjoy watching him, but I do, I fucked up my life too, but fortunately my father had the money to help me, I'm something of a loser myself. It's nice to see someone akin to myself, getting help from a hot dude. Granted, this is just fantasy. I've never received help from an angelic stranger so NegaPosi Angler won't really strike as realistic or believable. By the way, I'm not into dudes.

The music is quite funny. Like the hobby of fishing itself, the music reeks of middle age man. It's mainly guitar, quiet, slow and has keyboard sound of the old street performer who only plays Elvis Presley and shit. There are certain scenes with improvised tunes too. Relaxing vibes, flows well with the anime's tone.

I'm sure NegaPosi Angler won't get a second season. There's only so few characters they would focus on. Once the 3 main characters' tragic backstories are told, it will run out of material. Fishing is a boring hobby, you can't possibly make anything much out of it. But it's just enough to intrigue me for one season at least.

TL DR: Hearthwarming show with well written characters and relationship dynamics, very human and realistic

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This show is absolutely a hidden gem, the whole concept of it prepares you for an heartwarming, but tragic story and that worried me at first because I thought they were just gonna make one of those "now you cry" shows like Your Lie in April, fortunately what they do here is a whole lot better.

Nothing in this series feels forced, the characters talk like real humans while still being goofy, relatable and fun, the relationship dynamics work very well, all the characters have a ton of thought and personality ... put into them, and the main character is very well developed by the end.

Add the great artstyle, direction and animation and what we have here is a surprisingly human show that is fun while it deals with tragic elements in a realistic way.

Absolutely recommend it

As this anime was a new original series from Studio NUT—who have, in my book, a nearly flawless track record—my expectations were high. From the synopsis, I gathered this would be a deep dive into the psyche of someone whose life hits rock-bottom and how they struggle to pull themselves out of their situation. And while the actual show did not exactly hit those emotional beats, containing a lot more wholesome fishing antics than I anticipated, I still found the story and characters compelling.

The animation and music for the show fit perfectly and are what got me to stick around after episode 1. You wouldn't ... think watching someone reel in a fish could be exhilirating, but the stripped-down, groovy soundtrack—usually consisting of just guitar, keys, and some percussion—and incredible direction make it possible. There's nothing flashy going on, but I think it's an intentional choice to make everything seem more authentic.


With that said, the show is at its best in the first and last third. No matter how well the scene is executed, you can only watch someone reel in a fish so many times before the initial charm wears off. Additionally, the main plotline stagnates in the middle of the show as it momentarily seems to devolve into an episodic exploration of each side character's backstory. This comes off as "filler" mainly because the show does such a good job up to that point of getting us invested in the character arcs of the main cast. Luckily, the last three-or-so episodes are not fumbled, and the show gives a satisfying climax and conclusion.

Overall, I'd say this is a good choice if you need a somewhat motivational, feel-good watch on a rainy day.

This anime managed to turn a sport I hate in real life (poor fish!) into a subject I genuinely started to develop an interest in. I feel like I learned a lot about fishing compared to before—when my knowledge was practically zero. (Now it’s probably one point above zero, but I guess you get the point lol)

The strongest feature of this anime is its characters, each dealing with their own struggles in life, all brought together by a common interest and theme: fishing. Most of them look fine and are likable, although some character designs are too cartoony for my taste and don’t fit in ... with the rest. I found this distracting, which occasionally broke the immersion.

The comedy is great, and many situations are incredibly relatable—especially the socially awkward moments and the interactions between Tsunehiro and Takaaki. The drama isn’t neglected either; it’s well-executed and addresses dark and serious themes while maintaining a positive outlook, ensuring it never feels too heavy.
Also, if you have a hobby yourself, you’ll likely relate to the guilt of gear acquisition syndrome—something that seems to be a part of every hobby involving equipment.

The combination of CG fish with everything else being 2D is hilarious. I usually dislike CGI in anime, here it (unintentionally) enhances the comedic aspect. The OP and ED are nice, though I occasionally skipped them.
The ending felt a little rushed, but it was still satisfying.

I think Negative Positive Angler deserves far more attention, and I recommend it without a second thought. If you enjoy comedy and are interested in learning about a niche hobby, go watch it!

Its good enough for what its trying to convey. But it pissed me off with how they ended. It was such lazy writing for the final episode. Anyway, this was a good show, pretty enjoyable, and got a bit depressing.

The cinematography is insanely pretty, but the CGI is so bad that I just have to ignore it every time they show the fish. The characters (except for Hana and Takaaki) were just there, even though we could have much more interaction between them and Hiro, and I thought they could pull off the 'found family' theme so well. Unfortunately no, since I guess it ... just wants us to focus on Hiro's determination in life and dealing with his illness.

So far, NegaPosi Angler has been a pleasant surprise. I went in without many expectations, but after four episodes, iive already changed my mind... The show has this easygoing charm with humor that doesn’t feel forced, and the story flows well, balancing light hearted moments with enough substance to keep things interesting.

The characters feel distinct and likable..each with their own quirks that make interactions fun to watch. Visually, the art style is colorful and smooth, which adds to the show’s lively vibe.

Overall, It’s funny, well-paced, and has a cast that feels natural and engaging. With smooth animation, charming characters, and a playful vibe, it’s ... definitely worth giving a shot

Portuguese and English

I didn’t have any expectations for this anime

It’s been a long time since I’ve been this surprised. I thought this was just going to be about fishing and only watched it because I had nothing else to watch.

But it turned out to be something amazing—such a nice and well-rounded anime.

The story is about Hiro, who’s drowning in debt and discovers he has a disease that, if left untreated, would give him only two more years to live. So, he sees no meaning in life anymore and just wants to end it all. But then, a group of fishermen takes him in, especially Takaaki, ... and they help him find a purpose in life.

As for the fishing, it becomes an escape for Hiro’s problems. Even though he hated fishing at first, it gradually turns into something like a "hyperfocus" for him.

It’s not like Haikyuu!! where it’s all about volleyball and nothing else. Fishing is very present, but it’s not the main theme.

I’ve seen many people complain about the anime’s pacing, but it didn’t bother me at all. I actually found it fun to watch. When marathoning something, the main problem is when it becomes tiring to keep watching, but I didn’t feel that here. The last three episodes are much more emotional, sure, but I don’t think that’s a pacing issue.

I also saw people complain about the character development. Personally, I think it was fine, considering the number of episodes and the amount of characters. Sure, they could have explored characters like Kozue and Arue more, but they’re not that interesting for their lack of development to really be a problem. After all, the story focuses much more on the protagonist.

Honestly, I think this anime is very well-rounded. I didn’t find much wrong with it, but there’s nothing extremely special about it either. I highly recommend watching it.


Português
eu não botei nenhuma expectativa nesse anime

faz muito tempo que eu não quebro a cara assim, eu achei que isso seria só de pesca, vi porque não tinha nada pra ver

mas acabou que eu vi um negócio super daora, um anime todo bonitinho redondinho

o anime é sobre Hiro, ele é afundado em dívidas e descobre uma doença, no qual não se não fosse tratada, ele teria apenas mais 2 anos de vida, então ele não via mais sentido na vida e só queria acabar com isso logo, mas de repente um grupo de pescadores acolhem ele, principalmente o Takaaki, quais eles ajudam ele a encontrar um sentido em sua vida
e sobre a pesca, ela acaba sendo uma saída para os problemas de Hiro, visto como ele odiava pescar antes e ao longo da obra isso acaba virando uma espécie de "Hiperfoco" nele
Não é tipo "Haikyuu" onde SÓ TEM VÔLEI, não
A pesca é uma peça bem presente, mas não acaba sendo o tema principal

vi muitas pessoas reclamando do ritmo do anime, mas eu não me incomodei nada com o ritmo, eu achei até que divertido de ver, quando se maratona algo, o principal problema é a parada ficar maçante de assistir, o que não senti aqui, os últimos 3 episódios são bem mais sentimentais, sim, mas não acho que isso tenha sido um problema de ritmo
também vi pessoas reclamando do desenvolvimento de personagens, não acho que foram mal desenvolvidos considerando a quantidade de episódios e o tanto de personagens na obra, eles poderiam até ser mais explorados, como a Kozue e o Arue, por exemplo, mas eles não são personagens tão interessantes para a falta de desenvolvimento incomodar, afinal, a trama é muito mais focada no protagonista.

sinceramente eu acho esse anime muito redondinho, não encontrei muita coisa de ruim, mas nada de muito especial, eu recomendo muito assistir esse anime.

Anyone starting the first episode is promptly made aware of the absolute feels this anime would evoke but prepare to be pleasantly surprised by how well it meshes with fishing!

Watching this made me want to go try fishing myself!

The anime is exactly what you would expect and ever want from a simple slice of life about fishing! No useless drama or romantic side plot, just a group of fishing otaku who genuinely love the sport that their passion is contagious!

When it comes to the anime I think it was well-paced, conveying all that it needs and wants to tell within the 12 episodes. For ... me, it didn’t feel too rushed or slow since each episode did a good job of getting to know each character as they interact with Tsunehiro.

While the anime is mainly focused on Takaaki and Tsunehiro, the other characters are also well-written. Thanks to them and of course, the joy of fishing, it was satisfying to see Tsunehiro’s character development.

Overall, I enjoyed this anime a lot more than I expected to and I hope this review will convince you to give it a try as well! Please check out this silly group of fishing nerds and come to love them as much as I do!

Man, what a ride! I thoroughly enjoy this SOL to the core. As a fishing enthusiast, when the show mentions my knowledge of fishing, I just smile uncontrollably. Thanks for the original anime, NUT; I'm happy. Also, a shout-out to Kito Senpai for the recommendation. So, let's begin the review.

Starts off with OST. I can't tell you how good this anime's soundtrack is. It feels like an OST for, well, fishing. It fits so well with the theme that I might want to listen to when I go fishing again. Then the OP and ED, while 90% of the OP are the carbon copy of ... the animation in the show itself. I think I can say I appreciated the song. The song goes so well with the animation even, yeah, could be more relaxing OP than what we got but oh well. The ED tho, I like it more than the OP. I might say the best ED in the season. (Well, not really because it competing with Magilumiere ED and You're Ms. Servent ED)

Alright, let's move on to the animation. It's not the best, I give you that, but I love the quirky character designs that they implied, and because of that, the animation felt unique. I saw one of the two bad reviews that said the 3D CGI in this anime is bad. To that, I say, "BRUH, it's only the fish." I'm not even bothered by that because the story they tell already captures my interest especially since I love fishing.

Story/plot. Well, usually this kind of anime genre doesn't particularly have a goal or plot but we have a plot in this anime so it interests me even more. So to put it simply without getting into a spoiler, our main character, Sasaki Tsunehiro, (let's just shorten his name to Hiro), had a "disease" that was predicted the year he would die. He is desperate to just die on the spot because he, himself, doesn't really have anything in particular that he wants to do. But that changed when he met with a group of fishers. Full of passion, he dives (pun intended) straight into fishing's rabbit hole and sharpens his skill in this activity while he tries to enjoy life once again. So, wholesome right? Even eventually, Hiro helps the other characters to grow. I love that.

Characters. While Hiro gradually develops his character throughout the series, the others don't grow that much, except for Takaaki in the last 2 episodes. Heck, the main girl, Hana, is only there because she is a plot-driven character. If she were not there, the plot would actually go just fine, if I say so myself. However, seeing the group interact with each other is so fun to watch from start to finish. So, even if they didn't grow that much, just seeing them grow a little bit is satisfying to watch.

And last but not least, the VA. I love them. The expression of the VA really screams that they enjoy their roles in this anime. Kudos to all the VA, you guys did a really good job.

Overall NUT has done it again, although I haven't finished Deca-Dence I know that anime got some praise from the anime watcher community, so overall they did it again with amazing original work. I give it 8.1/10.

Well you are in debt, you basically have no friends and you're told you're only gonna live for 2 years. Yep, I'd feel like dying too just like our protagonist Tsunehiro.
Before we move on. I must tell you that this is my first review on MAL, so it might be a little boring.

What do I think about Negaposi Angler? I think it was a wonderful show really. I loved the premise, I remember seeing the PV and immediately adding it to my PTW. And as annoying as Tsunehiro can be, I found him to be a very compelling protagonist.

I am not a fan of the ... artistic choices of the anime at times, I think they overuse the "goofy face", but in general I liked the art. The CG is meh but not something that ruins my experience. The OP and ED are great, ED is better though and the music in general was pretty nice.

Now the plot. Fishing is something I have never really done, so I don't get it. Neither does it do a Haikyuu and makes me wanna do fishing, but it it still is a pretty cool plot device to use. And I enjoyed the use of it to show our characters growing. The show has a big cast but most of them are just side characters who are only important to the show at certain times. While that could be a drawback for many, I think that was the best part for me. Because at its core the story is about Tsunehiro. It takes a lot of detours with different characters and I find that refreshing, because not only do they make me like those characters but they also impact Tsunehiro's life.
I've seen people complain about the pacing, but I think it was apt. Sure the ending could have been handled a bit better, but it still conveys what it wants to convey in an effective manner.

It was a wonderful show with a beautiful message with some flaws here and there. But it definitely was one of the bettter shows of the year for me.

It might be that my mind is in the gutter, but I swear I'm not crazy when I tell you that this is actually a cozy slice-of-life that somehow ends up BL-adjacent. I'm here for it, but you might not be so let me summarize:
As other reviews mention, the "main girl" is absolutely window dressing and the whole cast is there just to get MC out of his shell and lift his mood up with the only meaningful conflict and resolution of the emotional baggage happening with a male coworker.

Moreover, the story does not deliver on the severity of the situation of the premise. Bad ... if you wanted something deep, good if you just wanted the slice-of-life experience.Also don't give much weight to the "adult cast" tag, the main characters behave as immature as in other anime (and the main girl is barely an adult even oficially). I'm actually suprised it doen't have a comedy tag, considering the amusing situations are the core of most episodes.

That's it. That's the whole anime just with fishing edutainment picked for the theme.
A must watch only for those who daydreamed of adopting a doomer boyfriend who'd actually value your time together and didn't disengage, waiting for the dreamy hunk who'll never appear.

Learn To Fish Learn To Live

Give a man a fish and he can survive for day, learn a man to fish and he will survive forever. these words are channeled in the anime. Even in the Darkest Hour there is still hope and people out there that are nice, and maybe it'll be all right, even if it's short.

The character design is so varied, it looks like some of them are for different series And willing to go off model for enhanced comedy. but it all collides in them liking fishing, like all different people can enjoy fishing.

the cast is so nice, full of fishing ... freaks that are fun to be around. full of energy and character, with different age, life experience. add life and depth to the story.

music use give it so much soul, that Lone guitar man giving it all for the mood.

Nice satisfying ending and good life lessons, will recommend.

How could something covered with shit actually be a treasure chest? That's how I describe 'Negative Positive Angler.'


§ Overview

Sasaki Tsunehiro's life is in shambles. He dropped out of school, he lost so much with trading, he is heavily indebted, and he is given by his doctor a depressing diagnosis.

One day, whilst he is being chased by loan sharks, he falls from a bridge. He is then rescued by a group of anglers. Long story short, he came to like fishing, and with his new-found friends, he starts a new life.


... § Notes


1. Episode 1 started with an ugly visual composition. Perhaps, it is to illustrate Tsunehiro's state of mind.

In general, this anime is ugly in terms of visuals so I'm recommending it in spite of it. This is an anime that you will be anxious to start each episode because you imagine it as dull. But give it 5 minutes, and you will be okay.


2. This is an iyashikaei or healing anime. There's really not much of a plot to speak of, except that our main character, Tsunehiro, is avoiding the harsh reality of his diagnosis, which as you will see, is a theme of this anime: overcoming avoidance and finally facing reality.


3. Tsunehiro is a dull character and that's because he is suffering from depression. It's hard to root for him, as he had done some stupid stuff, but you will be glad whenever he makes any progress.

What carries this show are the supporting characters, namely, Ayukawa Hana and Tsutsujimori Takaaki. Hana and Takaaki have supported Tsunehiro so much that he begins to change his outlook.


4. Iyashikei as a genre is worth checking out, though 'Negative Positive Angler' is at the low end of iyashikei shows I've watched so far.

Due to the seeming general dullness of the show, it's an anime that I am not thrilled to start watching, but once I do, it gives me a relaxing feeling.


5. It's also a good look at a hobby and its intricasies. It's often said that what you are as a person is revealed in how you handle your hobbies.

Fishing seems easy until you try it. There are so many considerations that this anime will show you a glimpse of.


§ Conclusion

This anime might be a gem if you are prepared to overlook the ugly packaging.