Oh, Those Hanazono Twins

Tatara is so average it hurts, and his only real asset is a childhood friendship with two girls who happen to be a popular idol and her fashionable twin. That is a lovely premise for a comedy, because every classroom moment carries the jealousy of everyone around him. The series plays that tension with obvious glee.The lead is easy to root for. His self-deprecation keeps him likeable, and the twins' contrasting energy gives the comedy variety. Some of the best scenes are quiet ones, where old friends remember what they used to be to each other.The weaknesses are clear. The ecchi-leaning jokes can feel cheap, and the story sometimes pushes its gags past the point of charm. The romantic question keeps hovering over the plot, and readers wanting clear progress may get frustrated.Recommended for readers who like school romcoms with a bit of chaos. If you dislike the cheekier jokes, this will test your patience.