Oreshura

About Oreshura

Oreshura or "Ore no Kanojo to Osananajimi ga Shuraba Sugiru" translated as "My Girlfriend and Childhood Friend Fight Too Much" is a romantic comedy anime series based on the light novel. Released in 2013, the story revolves around a high school student named Eita Kidō who is tricked into a fake relationship with the popular and beautiful Masuzu Natsukawa, which threatens to disrupt Eita's otherwise calm and simple life.

Eita, a former delinquent turned diligent student, wants to avoid drama to focus on his studies. However, his life is turned upside down when the school's most beautiful girl, Masuzu, approaches him for a favor. To escape other male admirers, she proposes a faux relationship to Eita. This shakes Eita's tranquil life, making it further complicated with the intervention of his childhood friend Chiwa Harusaki.

Making / Production

Oreshura was produced by studio A-1 Pictures, known for many successful anime series. It aired from January 6 to March 31, 2013, on Tokyo MX. The series was directed by Kanta Kamei and the scripts were written by Tatsuhiko Urahata.

Actors

• Ryota Ohsaka as Eita Kidō: The main protagonist of the series who portrayed his character with sincerity and pure comedic timing.
• Yukari Tamura as Masuzu Natsukawa: She convincingly played the aggressive and dominating love interest with a hidden soft side.
• Chinatsu Akasaki as Chiwa Harusaki: She brought life to the sweet and persistent childhood friend and unacknowledged love rival.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Oreshura derives its title from a blend of multiple phrases which include 'Ore no Kanojo' (My Girlfriend), 'Osananajimi' (Childhood Friend), and 'Shuraba'(Battlefield).'
• Despite the romantic comedy genre, the series explores serious themes like self-identity, obligation, and personal freedom.

Quotes

• "I hate love, can't stand it." - Eita Kidō
• "Didn't I tell you? To me, you're more important than anyone." - Masuzu Natsukawa

Soundtracks

• Opening Theme: "Girlish Lover" by Mizukara wo Enshutsu Suru Otome no Kai
• Ending Theme: "W:Wonder tale" by Yukari Tamura