Watch The Kawai Complex Guide to Manors and Hostel Behavior

Name: The Kawai Complex Guide to Manors and Hostel Behavior
Genre: Anime
Released: May 6, 2014
Cast: Rina Satô, Gô Shinomiya, Hisako Kanemoto

2014
1 Season
7.2 (800)

The Kawai Complex Guide to Manors and Hostel Behavior is a comedic anime series that aired from April 4, 2014, to June 20, 2014. The series, produced by Silver Link, is an adaptation of the manga series of the same name by Ruri Miyahara. The show centers around the life of Kazunari Usa as he moves to a new boarding house to attend high school.

The story starts with Kazunari Usa, an average high school boy, who moves from the countryside to the city to attend a new high school. Kazunari rents a room in the Kawai Complex, a boarding house with unique and eccentric residents. The Kawai Complex is run by the beautiful and frighteningly strict Ritsu Kawai, who lives with her grandfather.

Upon arrival, Kazunari discovers that the boarding house is full of strange and quirky characters who make his life in the complex far from peaceful. Among the residents are the constantly drunk Shirosaki and his cross-dressing sidekick, Sayaka Watanabe, who is in love with him. Another resident is the sloppy and lazy college student, Mayumi Nishikino, who is always behind on her rent payments to Ritsu. In addition, there is a mysterious and quiet resident named Sumiko who always seems to be studying.

The show follows Kazunari as he gets used to his new life in the Kawai Complex and interacts with the other eccentric residents. In his attempts to adjust, Kazunari finds himself developing feelings for Ritsu, who is cold and distant at first but gradually shows her softer side. Along the way, he also befriends the other residents of the complex, each with their own unique quirks and personalities.

The Kawai Complex Guide to Manors and Hostel Behavior is a light-hearted comedy that features relatable characters and charming moments. The anime is full of humorous moments and clever jokes woven into the dialogue, which makes it highly entertaining. The plot is simple yet charming, with the focus being on the relationships between the residents of the complex.

One of the standout features of the anime is the animation. The show features bright and colorful visuals that bring the Kawai Complex and its residents to life. The character designs are distinct and memorable, with each resident having their own unique style and personality. Overall, the animation is a delight to watch and adds to the show's charm.

The soundtrack of the show is also impressive, with a lively and catchy opening theme song by Megumi Nishikura and the ending theme song by Yui Ogura. The sound design is equally good, with well-placed sound effects and a great mix of background music that complements the show's comedic moments.

The Kawai Complex Guide to Manors and Hostel Behavior is an enjoyable anime that offers a charming look into the lives of its quirky characters. Its humor, engaging characters, and charming visuals leave a lasting impression on its audience. The anime is a must-watch for fans of light-hearted comedies that are full of heart and life. Overall, The Kawai Complex Guide to Manors and Hostel Behavior is an entertaining and charming anime that is sure to leave a smile on your face.

The Kawai Complex Guide to Manors and Hostel Behavior is a series that ran for 1 seasons (12 episodes) between May 6, 2014 and on Anime Network

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Seasons

12. E 12

June 21, 2014

After approaching Ritsu in the library, Maemura has been following her everywhere. She invites Ritsu to an event for book lovers, but it turns out to be a mixer at a karaoke place. Back at the Kawai Complex, Sayaka mentions that she happened to see Ritsu by the station, and Usa begins to panic.

11. E 11

June 14, 2014

A girl with a round face and glasses suddenly shows up at the Kawai Complex. Her name is Tsuneda Miharu and she turns out to be Sayaka's friend, but Sayaka seems unhappy to see her. The reason soon becomes clear as Miharu turns out to be a box of Sayaka's weaknesses. She is immediately welcomed by the residents of Kawai Complex.

10. E 10

June 7, 2014

An old friend of Usa's visits him at his job: Hayashi, the once touted ghost whisperer who is now part of the popular crowd.

9. E 9

May 31, 2014

Mayumi once again is on the brink after a coworker flaunts her new boyfriend. Later, the Kawai residents are attacked by the most disturbing of insects, a centipede!

8. Happy

May 24, 2014

Usa is hired to work at a student houseboy cafe after his Freakshow Ringmaster abilities are put on full display. He is handed a nametag that says Anekouji and introduced to his co-workers who can be described as being a few billion light-years removed from normal. While he's on the job, he runs into his classmate Tagami who's on a group date. One of the members is Ghost Whisperer Hayashi, who's made a dramatic high school debut.

7. Recommended

May 17, 2014

One summer night, the Kawai Complex receives a notice that a flasher is on the loose. Sumiko is worried about Ritsu because of her tendency to be absorbed in a book as she walks around, so she forbids her from reading while walking back from school. A desperate Ritsu asks Usa to serve as her bodyguard.

6. Could It Be?

May 10, 2014

The phone in the Kawai Complex rings. It's a call from the police station for Shiro. The residents think that he's finally being arrested, but that isn't the case (Whew). It turns out that the police have located the owner of the wallet he found earlier and the owner was coming to the Kawai Complex to thank him.

5. Thought So

May 3, 2014

The Kawai Complex residents (really just Mayumi, Sayaka, and Shiro) are fooling around in the living room as usual. Amidst the chaos, Ritsu's lips and Usa's arm connect. Ritsu's face is bright red as she storms out of the room. The next morning, she is still noticeably unsettled, which Usa finds very endearing.

4. For Now

April 26, 2014

After being told by Sayaka that he can get Ritsu to open up, Usa decides to play dumb and go on the attack, convinced that he can save Ritsu from her loneliness. Soon after, he's passing by a book store when he witnesses Ritsu talking happily to friends from middle school.

3. Why?

April 19, 2014

Usa has gotten used to life at the Kawai Complex, but he hasn't gotten any closer to the resident who's always on his mind, Ritsu. As Usa stresses over his lack of progress, life at the Kawai Complex goes on. One day, Mayumi's ex-boyfriend calls her. Despite the fact that he was three-timing her at one point, Mayumi decides to meet with him.

2. Is It?

April 12, 2014

It's a long holiday, but the unfortunate residents of the Kawai Complex have no plans. Usa is sitting around with nothing to do and Mayumi is moping around, but Shiro has a surprise for them.

1. Just Imagine

May 6, 2014

Usa's number one priority is to find a quiet place to live and start fresh. However, he finds himself in a situation and place where it will be anything but.

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Where to Watch The Kawai Complex Guide to Manors and Hostel Behavior

The Kawai Complex Guide to Manors and Hostel Behavior is available for streaming on the Anime Network website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch The Kawai Complex Guide to Manors and Hostel Behavior on demand at Amazon Prime, Amazon and Apple TV.