Attending Yamabuki Arts High School has become Yuno"s lifelong aspiration fulfilled, and she"s absorbed a wealth of knowledge already! Not only from her teachers but also from classmates and neighbors who have turned into a second family, turning the Hidamari Apartments into a secure, supportive haven. Yet as Sae and Hiro—her "big sisters"—approach graduation, Yuno must begin to assume the same guardianship for Nazuna, Nori and other fledgling artists who have found shelter in Hidamari"s protective embrace. She also faces a series of demanding creative projects. That does not preclude moments of joy with Miyako and the rest, but it certainly signals a time to map out her future. She recognizes that the journey ahead will test her resilience, yet she remains optimistic about shaping her own destiny and inspiring others along the way. And occasionally that requires prioritizing art over academics!
SHAFT Japan