Kamisama Hajimemashita Season 2 Episode 1

Okay, real talk. Let's dive into Kamisama Kiss Season 2, Episode 1.

Remember That Hot Spring OVA?

We're back! And things pick up pretty quickly after all the *ahem* excitement of the OVAs. Nanami's still figuring out this whole god-thing, obviously. It's not like you become a deity overnight, right?

I gotta say, I kinda miss the hot spring episode already! Was that just me?

Yokai World Woes

This episode throws us right into some Yokai World drama. Something's up with the land gods, and Nanami's gotta fix it. Because of course she does!

Seriously, this girl gets all the toughest gigs. You'd think a seasoned god could handle this, but nope! It's all on Nanami.

And what's up with all this sudden urgency? Did someone forget to pay their Yokai World taxes?

Tomoe: Still a Tsundere Hottie

Let's be honest, we're all here for Tomoe. Admit it!

He's still grumpy, still overprotective, and still devastatingly handsome. That kitsune's got a hold on all of us.

His snarky comments? Culinary skills? Unwavering devotion? Chef's kiss!

Unpopular Opinion Alert!

Okay, here's where I might lose some of you. Ready?

I wasn't *completely* blown away by this premiere. Don't get me wrong, it's good! But did it have the same charm as the first episode of season 1? I'm not so sure.

Maybe it's just that the bar was set so high. Maybe I was expecting too much. It just felt a little... rushed, you know?

The Seeds of Something Bigger

The episode focuses a lot on setting up the new conflict. We get hints of a bigger plot brewing.

New characters are introduced, mysterious forces are at play, and Nanami's in way over her head (again). It's basically Kamisama Kiss 101!

I'm intrigued, don't get me wrong. But I needed a little more of that classic slice-of-life stuff, you know? Less world-saving, more shrine shenanigans.

Nanami's Growth (or Lack Thereof?)

Nanami's supposed to be getting better at this god thing, but she still feels a bit clueless, doesn't she?

She's got the spirit, sure. But she's constantly needing Tomoe to bail her out. Girl, learn a new spell already!

Hopefully, she'll actually start showing some real progress this season. I want to see her truly embrace her powers!

Final Verdict

Look, I still love Kamisama Kiss. I'm not abandoning ship or anything.

This episode just felt like a slightly clunky start to a new arc. It laid the groundwork, but it didn't quite capture the magic of the first season's beginning.

I'm sticking around for Tomoe and the eventual payoff. Are you?

Tell me I'm not the only one who feels this way! Or tell me why I'm completely wrong. Let's discuss!

And let's all agree that Kamisama Kiss is still one of the cutest and funniest shows out there. Even if this episode wasn't perfect.

Onward to episode 2!