ARIA the Animation: Girls with Gondolas

Yeah, old thread is old. Hopefully this post is a good enough reason for a bump.

Anyhow, after finishing the awesome that is ARIA the NATURAL, I'd have to say that it's really hard to find a series that manages to make everyday life seem like a brand new experience that hits you like a breath of fresh air. Everything is just so well-done, from the atmosphere of the show to the way the characters were set up and managed. All in all, ARIA definitely rivals Yokohama Kidaishi Kikou for the best slice-of-life series that I've ever seen.

For those of you who aren't aware, a one-episode OVA is due out soon sometime next season as well as a new TV series that's currently in the works. ARIA the ORIGINATION will be the title and I'm definitely eager to see how their lives will develop as the Singles move up to become Primas. Or for more Alice as the case may be.

Scans are below for those who're interested:





And as usual, embarrassing remarks are not allowed.

Jam it back in, in the dark.

I believe the track that you're looking for is Barcarolle, which is indeed on the first soundtrack. Speaking of which, I've pretty much become a big fan of the Choro Club's output after being introduced to them through ARIA the ANIMATION. Their additions to ARIA the NATURAL are definitely a good continuation to the first season and their work on Yokohama Kidaishi Kikou ~Quiet Country Cafe~ is on the same easy-listening/relaxing trend.

I should also note that the ARIA Piano Collection Stagione is beautifully done. Not often that you get to hear piano arrangements in the realm of anime soundtracks.

There's nowhere I can't reach.