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Haruki watches his childhood friend ride away on a bicycle without looking back. He doesn't call out. He just stands there. Then the title card drops.

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First episode vibes: bittersweet, quiet, and heavy with nostalgia. Haruki watches his childhood friend ride away on

Vibe: Slice of life / drama / nostalgic summer shounen ga otona ni natta natsu - 01

That final shot of him looking at the ocean? Chef's kiss.

A promising, melancholic start.