Nishimura's Mom | My Clueless First Friend

Episode 4: Takada had no idea! Watch My Clueless First Friend on Crunchyroll! got.cr/cc-mcff4
Fifth grader Nishimura isn’t too proud of her “Grim Reaper” moniker given by her bullying schoolmates, but the new kid loves it. The once lonely target of everyone’s ridicule starts to get out of her shell with the help of her new cheerful yet airheaded friend, Takada. Together they’ll embark on a sweet and touching journey of summer fun and friendship!
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[@Ryuseishun]

Seeing Takada cry after realizing he's been inadvertently saying something rude all that time was really sweet, because he clearly cares a lot about friendships and genuinely enjoys having company with Nishimura. He isn't just someone who's jolly and carefree for the sake of it imho.

[@fernandoguarie7422]

From the first chapters the mother was intuited but i did not think that the MC was going to find out so quickly, character development ↗🔝

[@otakucat3827]

I think that it might have been more that Takada realized that what he was saying could be causing Nishimura pain. He heard her say that she felt like she literally took her mother's life just by being born and he's been going around this whole time calling her the "Grim Reaper." Dude just put it all together right that minute and felt like a monster.

[@kerwinbrown4180]

She knows it is not rude because of the context. He is clueless.

[@Brasswatchman]

​@@kerwinbrown4180 True, but it's good that he apologizes anyway.

[@Dorian_Scott]

Takada crying after he realized that he's unintentionally making fun of Nishimura by calling her the "Grim Reaper" like everyone else in their school hit me right in the feels. The boy may be "clueless," but he definitely has a heart. Protect Takada-kun!

[@rc-fannl7364]

Well said, he has a very big heart. Some people got upset from the start that he went along with calling her "reaper" but they forget he's a kid, and that for him it was just a game, he never had any intentions to hurt her feelings, she is his friend, after all.

[@TheSpawnfan]

Nishimura even tried to calm the boy down, she knows he was clueless and when he calls her grim reaper he doesn't mean anything malicious. Given the title of the next episode we are getting to the "If it's you, it's ok" moment because she knows he means something cool when he calls her grim reaper and wants her friend to smile again.

[@rc-fannl7364]

@@TheSpawnfan Yeah, this anime is so amazing in the feels department. It looks just simple at first glance, but it has so much depth at times.

[@jyavant]

I praise Takada for his maturity, but I also respect Nishimura for simply letting Takada know that it’s okay. She knows that Takada never had any intention of hurting her in any way whatsoever.

[@dstreet3818]

This hit really hard... Not only does Takada realize what he was saying was rude but giving that her mom died after Nishimura was born and that could be why she is called the Grim Reaper metaphorically not just because of her gaze.

[@carlosandresvillagra2372]

One thing tho, Nishimura said that nobody in school knows about her mom's passing, maybe the teachers know about it, so there has to be another reason about her nickname.

[@rc-fannl7364]

@@carlosandresvillagra2372 Yeah, no one knows, Takada is the first she tells this. So the bullying is just based upon her appearance. For kids, standing out can be enough to pick on a classmate. And she isn't the type to go against it, she also never told her dad she had no real friends at school.

[@lucasmartinez5703]

Yeah but Takada cried because that mean joke was actually WAY MEANER then anyone thought.

[@1mikeap4]

This series seems to be flying under the radar for most, but I love how sweet it is.

[@Dorian_Scott]

It's definitely one of the most wholesome anime I've ever watched.

[@rc-fannl7364]

It's sweet, but has some drama/serious moments, without becoming too depressing. I think that is a unique balance it manages to strike. Sad to see many cast it aside as "likely boring" and think it's a single trick pony.

[@aGr3atD4y]

Its def one of the best hidden gems so far this year

[@rc-fannl7364]

@@aGr3atD4y Let's do our best to unveil it to others, right?

[@SyrKonrat]

I'd argue it doesn't pass the arbitrary three episode rule, up to now its been very happy running with the 'twisted interpretation' bit. This episode went hard :)

[@1N0t3]

This scene was amazing, you can really tell how upset he was when realizing, the genuine sadness he feels for being inadvertently hurtful to her, it’s heartbreaking. Can’t wait for the next episode and what will happen next.

[@fernandoguarie7422]

After that he couldn't say anything, when you can't find the words to make amends for something, silence is the only thing left...

[@AeyakS]

So her being called the grim reaper, was it because her birth caused her mother to die?

[@rc-fannl7364]

@@AeyakS No, the kids at school don't even know her mom died. She is called grim reaper for her somewhat gloomy looks and big eyes

[@rc-fannl7364]

Yeah, I am glad they were able to translate the source material so well to this amazing scene. I don't think it could have been done any better, tbh.

[@RevengerPhoenix]

I was not expecting to cry when Takada realized this. Such an underrated show this season that almost nobody is paying attention to.

[@owomushi_vr]

Its not my normal art style but most things on Crunchyroll isn't that good. Hidive normally gets the quality. But I gave this a chance and I was happy I did

[@rc-fannl7364]

@@owomushi_vr I am glad too, that you did, this series is an underexposed/underrated gem.

[@eduardpeeterlemming]

Seeing Takuda cry really hits hard because he is usually so cheerful

[@operator_ace8502]

For Takada, i think the mindset he went into when it finally got put together was something like this. The fact that her mother died during childbirth, and She felt like she replaced her, to Taka, i think he believed was unintentionally calling her a murderer. Of course this isn’t true, but in the mind of an innocent child meaning to do good, he feels that burden weigh on him heavily.

[@Ema-no9bx]

Takada is one of the sweetest and purest anime characters I've ever seen and his genuine kindness to Nishimura is what makes this anime so wholesome.

[@AKHTS]

I once told a person I hold dear about how I was bullied in a similar fashion to Nishimura in middle school, and despite being a cheerful person most of the time, they cried, while nobody had cried when I'd mention that before. This person is the one I want to marry, for that reason and many many others. We just watched the episode together today and pretty much bawled at this scene

[@Tony_ATP]

Best of luck to you both.

[@AKHTS]

@@Tony_ATP Hey, thanks a lot^^

[@rxpt0rs]

I love this show with all my heart, it's so sweet and innocent! Gloomy girl + golden retriever energy boy makes the best pairing!

[@folcwinep.pywackett8517]

"Golden Retriever boy" best comment!

[@thelegendaryklobb2879]

Beautiful scene, beautiful story. This episode was phenomenal

[@rc-fannl7364]

One of the best things I've watched this year.

[@MoogusMan]

For someone so clueless, he put those clues together quite well

[@bluesnake4626]

I love this boy and everything he stands for. Him and Nishimura are the best thing we have gotten all year.

[@silentone3852]

This one hit right in the feels 😢

[@federicogonzalez8751]

It on the feels like a ton of bricks brotha

[@devill2312]

like nishkata and takagi san right : D?

[@PrinceAli628]

Takada having that insane realization so quickly was pretty damn awesome :')

[@aGr3atD4y]

I love this anime. They are just too adorabe

[@gabrielbalderas1123]

Yeah

[@enriqueu1319]

I watched the episode to purify my soul...not to make me cry 😩😥😫😭

[@folcwinep.pywackett8517]

Gotcha!

[@rc-fannl7364]

Crying can be cleansing too. I suggest to stick with it, I have faith it will be worth it.

[@mkazi7849]

Kid realizes that he was saying awful thing to his new friend unintentionally 😢 Me and the boys cursing and roasting each other on purpose for the past 10 years 😂🙏😂

[@jeysonmartinez2346]

My mom passed away last year on December 10, the chapter brought a tear to my eyes

[@dartdevious561]

WHY DID YOU POST THIS CLIP SPECIFICALLY, I JUST FINISHED CRYING

[@dumbanimenerd4169]

they were like a day late lol

[@nazimelon6653]

Lordy this is adorable. This whole show so unnecessarily wholesome, i love it.

[@Just_Some_Guy_with_a_Mustache]

Takada may be dense, but he put something together that none of the other kids could and why maybe calling the girl who lost her mom the "Grim Reaper" isn't such a great idea.

[@rc-fannl7364]

The other kids don't know about her mom though, she mentioned she never told anyone in her class. So they couldn't have known this nickname was not just stupid, but also very inappropriate

[@nimatabrahams4618]

Even though you realize her mom is dead the moment Nishimura said she heard her mom loved jasmine tea made me cry

[@animepenguin7254]

Such a good scene, they really do care about each other and it shows

[@devill2312]

yep they are like nishkata and takagi san right :D ? or in the same thime is like me and my girlfriend when we was a kids but now she is not witl me from long time and now when i see this anme im sad :D

[@folcwinep.pywackett8517]

Started this anime, thinking it's going to be another cute series that anime is famous for, but man, it turned into "Natsume Yūjin-chō" in the feels department, and this episode blew a hole through my heart. Now cannot even wait to find out how this relationship is going to change.

[@rc-fannl7364]

Yeah, it might seem like a vague Takagi-san clone at first glance, and nothing much, but it has so much to offer.

[@taofanarchy96-renzomaracas14]

"Department of Feels. Government of Anime."

[@rc-fannl7364]

@@taofanarchy96-renzomaracas14 This episode is so good, watched it at least 4 or 5 times, and it still remains impactful

[@Its_Dave_Just_Dave]

Yeah, it was highly suspected that Nishimura's mother had passed, there was a lot of clues. Seeing Takada break down and cry was so sad, he thought he had really hurt her with the way he's been talking. I'm wondering if his attitude will change concerning everyone else calling her a "grim reaper"

[@dumbanimenerd4169]

I think hes still clueless that the others mean it as an insult so he probably won't defend her as much as just try to get the kids to stop naturally by just telling them a little

[@rc-fannl7364]

One of the best episodes of this season, calling it.

[@ivanchootaking]

The meaning behind this scene was very interesting!!!

[@megasean3000]

Damn, that hit right in the feels.

[@Texuh]

Clueless friend to Aware friend D=

[@Gregelgeek]

Had the same issue with my best friend, but sadly... Cried when she went away

[@jenhaipo.125]

i love this scene so much :( just shows how takada is 'clueless' bc he's still a kid but that doesn't mean he doesn't know what's going on around him. the fact that they held hands throughout the night without talking bc he was probably still processing it was such a sweet moment :(

[@Kyleplier]

Until yesterday I didn't have any interest in this anime, until I saw the scene where he gives her a ring. I just got to this scene and it made me cry! 😭

[@Zarastro54]

Judging by the title of the next episode, I’m guessing that Takada is going to walk on eggshells around Nishimura and things will get awkward, and it will culminate in her reassuring him that everything is fine and that he can call her Grim Reaper.

[@kodaisosen]

Just thought I'd add a note, that Ohige on Takada's shirt means beard/mustache. But may also be a ref. to the Mr. Ohige Sticker as the shape of the mustache is the same.

[@GLaSSesNOlenses]

This may be one of the most wholesome animes ever created. I'm here for it. The entire series

[@ronnymegamilk7828]

I wonder if he'll get mad whenever people call her that name, now that he related shinigami with her mom's death. I hope to see these two more and more, I love this anime

[@walkurefafner-animemusicra2955]

Haven't started this anime yet but this scene seems rly emotional and wholesome.

[@dartdevious561]

Watch it.

[@rc-fannl7364]

As Dart Devious said: "Watch it"

[@Dorian_Scott]

Literally *_just_* started it and I also implore you to give it a go, as well. It's super wholesome.

[@walkurefafner-animemusicra2955]

@@Dorian_Scott I dropped an anime that didn't pique my attention, so I might check this one out next.

[@walkurefafner-animemusicra2955]

@@Dorian_Scott I binged the first 4 eps as of last night. I enjoy it. Takada-kun treats Nishimura like a real human, and it's beautiful to see.

[@xavierrobinson808]

Seeing that, Takada now just realized that calling her grim reaper isn't right.

[@dumbanimenerd4169]

I mean for different reasons than what was actually the initial problem but yea

[@Dorian_Scott]

I respect Nishimura for being cool with it. She knew that he wasn't intentionally trying to be mean to her. Takada just sees "grim reaper" as a cool nickname, unlike their classmates.

[@MALICEM12]

Shes cute ands i like that shes understanding

[@SourRobo8364]

I thought it would be just a cute show. This one cut deep.

[@Zabawne_Gierki]

Best boy of the year.

[@jakubzielinski7097]

when i saw that miniature i was like " mmm alright time for next episode and new nommy" i wasnt ready for that :((

[@StealingYourWiFi]

Sleeper anime of the season. And there are still 8 episodes to go!

[@rc-fannl7364]

Actually, 9, at least Anilist mentions there will be 13 in total.

[@Gruntfan]

god this show is good i really hope more people find out about it

[@AaronDWH]

AWW

[@ElricSowrd]

How sweet.

[@flymoolahman2763]

hope there is at least 1 hug before the season ends

[@ismorezro]

I think this jewel need a rewatch.

[@kessiobaumann7181]

To gostando muito desse anime..

[@ninalove8521]

The clueless first friend ain't that clueless anymore!

[@rdd4563]

0:01 *Higurashi PTSD kicks in*

[@david88464]

Takada simply didn't know about the circumstances 😔👍

[@PhilCrownz]

The reasons why akane got the grim reaper reminded me how beidou got her name

[@redstrat5976]

All I hear is miku when nishimuru is speaking

[@Cococrash11]

Awesome My Clueless First Friend Video.

[@willpina]

Who's the guy cutting onions around here?

[@brandonwong8614]

1:28 - 1:38 technically yes and no, anyways they decided to end this episode perfectly

[@KingJ101]

Love this anime

[@gabrielbalderas1123]

Adorable anime🥇❤

[@scarletweb2106]

Poor Takada 😢😢

[@BadassHater1]

So considering the fact that nobody knows about Nishimura's mom dying while giving birth to her...everyone calling her "The Grim Reaper" anyway due to her just looking like one (for some reason - i honestly don't see how. She's not even a goth or anything) is pretty messed up

[@NGEvangeliman]

Bro thos kids are brutal.

[@ninjalord785]

It's not his fault he didn't know

[@LoremasterFoxBuster]

At least he stopped being so dense about it.

[@Dorian_Scott]

But he didn't even know that he was being dense (and rude). Takada just called her the "grim reaper" because he thought it sounded cool. No malice, whatsoever, unlike their classmates. Even Nishimura knew that as she tried to calm him down, but wasn't successful.

[@LoremasterFoxBuster]

@@Dorian_Scott yeah, agreed on that. Maybe now he'll protect her more intensely and/or scold the others that are just plain mean with her.

[@heathcliffhappy2582]

Why must you hurt me in this way?

[@omar91og]

Out of nothing, the holding hands at the reminded me Emilia's thoughts about how to make babies 😅

[@dumbanimenerd4169]

they're children o-o

[@EliosMoonElios]

So Takada is the girl of the relationship.

[@og5462]

I just saw dio's and jotaro's standing

[@Katana567]

Haruhi reference

[@Al0SC]

I feel sad.

[@matthewmiller7207]

To think I almost dropped this anime. This episode saved it.

[@rc-fannl7364]

Yeah, this episode clearly shows this series is more than what many people give it credit for.

[@Bluesit32]

Wow, it took that long to settle him down?

[@rc-fannl7364]

Takada is a very sensitive boy, the thought of possibly having hurt one of his closest friends was devastating for him.

[@meliodas7GD]

😮😮😮😮

[@miguelitoab1930]

😎👍

[@raimundoneto1720]

Dor...

[@MaRfa.7]

Mmm yo no entiendo nada

[@miguelitoab1930]

😎👍