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Natsume Yuujin-chou San – 03

「偽りの友人」 (Itsuwari no Yūjin)
"False Friend"

This is what Natsume Yuujinchou is. It's snapshots from the life of lonely, often doomed humans and youkai passing through this life, and the impact their brief moments of interaction - and those with Natsume himself - have on them. There's comfort in these small moments of connection, but it rarely lasts. Ultimately, even youkai leave this world as they come into it - alone.

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Yuruyuri – 03

「ウチくる！？・・・いくいくっ！」 (Uchi Kuru!? ...Iku Iku!)
"Wanna Come Over!? ...Let's Go, Let's Go!"

I think Akari should just be content about kicking off the start of every episode, because her lack of presence is getting the best of her even when she's narrating -- outdone by Chinatsu, Sakurako, and Himawari merely taking their seats around her. To add insult to injury, leave it up to Kyouko to remind herself not to forget about her too.

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Hanasaku Iroha – 16

「あの空、この空」 (Ano Sora, Kono Sora)
"That Sky, This Sky"

I can vaguely remember an episode that focused on Enishi, but that one pales in comparison with this week's. While he may outspoken and looked down upon by others, it is quite surprising how invested he can get when something's on the line.