#kureno souma

[oshi-nakadapiroki]

▶ Archive: Ayame Souma @ Fruits Basket 2nd season, performances 2023.10.9～15.

[kureno-soma]

Because he looks just oh so good in that black turtleneck and modifying backgrounds is too much fun.

[sohma-kureno]

Too much junk food!

[vanitasuu]

You showed me such a joyous laugh, it was so comforting I wanted to watch forever.

[kyuuhinajinchuuriki]

💗꧁❝ 𝐴𝑛𝑖𝑚𝑒 𝐶𝑜𝑢𝑝𝑙𝑒𝑠 𝑊𝑖𝑡𝒉 𝐷𝑖𝑓𝑓𝑒𝑟𝑒𝑛𝑐𝑒𝑠 𝑂𝑓 𝐴𝑔𝑒𝑠 ❞꧂💗 『𝕻𝖆𝖗𝖙 4ﻬ』

● Hina & Licht 「17~19 and +300 Of Age」 (In Appearance)

● Arisa & Kureno 「16 and 26 Of Age」

● Kyouko & Ren 「16 and 20 Of Age」

● Kajika & Li~Ren 「14 and 20 Of Age」

[animegadaisukiidesu]

[ahopefulmoon]

"You don't have to become an adult, but be someone who takes responsibility for their words and actions."

[Fruits Basket (2020) S02E05]

[xx-animegirl-xx]

SO! Just found out Maaya Sakamoto will voicing freakin Akito! in Furuba 2019. Honestly she is perfect for the job. Kudos for her! You know what the cherry on top of that would be? If Suzuken can voice Kureno and they have the: "DON'T YOU DARE LEAVE ME!" scene together and I can die of happiness cuz y'know why NOT! FYI for people who didn't read the manga... its not a happy nor romantic scene. But ... I just want Suzuken and Maaya to have that scene... together... and possibly get teased by their co-seiyuus. 😏

[frostfires-blog]

💐Hanakotoba in EDEN ~Fruits Basket 2nd Season ED 2 💐

~Part 1~

⚠️NOTE: THIS POST MAY CONTAIN SPOILERS FOR THE LAST SEASON OF THE ANIME!⚠️

Kyo Sohma

竹 | Take | Bamboo

Bamboo is said to represent loyalty, strength and steadfastness. This correlates well with Kyo's stubborn nature and determination to achieve his goal of defeating Yuki. Kyo's determination to ensure Tohru's happiness (even if it does not include him) as well as his promise with Kyoka Honda at the end of the series to protect Tohru showcases his loyalty.

In the panel the bamboo surrounds Kyo as if imprisoning him—a reference to his supposed inevitable fate as the Cat of the current generation. He reaches towards a single beam of light. (Which is reference to Tohru in the last panel of this ending).

Hatsuharu Sohma

松 | Matsu | Pine

Pine is said to represent longevity and steadfastness because the tree retains its green foliage all year long. Hatsuharu is a character who often provides counsel and support to those around him because of his inherent wisdom and maturity. Pine also represents new beginnings and hope. In the panel Haru is seen holding pink petals, some of which fall from his grasp—a possible reference to Rin since in her individual panel pink peonies are featured. The petals falling from his fingers represent her slipping out of his grasp.

Kisa Sohma

梅の花 |Ume no hana| Plum Blossom

Plum blossoms are seen as a harbinger of spring and symbolize perseverance, hope and patience as well as beauty and purity. This fits well with Kisa's character arc as despite her having gone mute as a result of bullying for a period of time—she has now opened up once again and positive changes are happening in her life now. This is reminiscent of spring after a long, harsh winter.

Kureno Sohma

桜 | Sakura | Cherry Blossom

While Cherry blossom have an abundance of symbolic meanings; its most notable meanings are kindness, gracefullness and gentleness as well as the transience of life. Kureno is described as incredibly kind and gentle by Arisa and is described as graceful by Tohru. The fleetingness of and exquisite beauty of its blossoms has often been associated with mortality and an acceptance of destiny and karma. This aspect ties into Kureno's willingness to abandon his own happiness in order to stay by Akito's side.

Hatori Sohma

藤 | Fuji | Wisteria

Wisteria traditionally represents kindness, honor, wisdom and support which corresponds with Hatori's nature. Wisteria can also represent sensitivity, endurance and tenderness. The plant's tendency to grip tightly to trees in order to grow up straight has led to it coming to mean an unwillingness to let go. The two aforementioned facts relate to Hatori's previous relationship with Kana. Even after her memories of them as a couple were wiped, he keeps a photograph of her in his office and holds onto his memories of her—a symbol of spring to him. He is willing to endure a lonely life akin to a harsh winter so long as Kana can be happy even if her happiness is not with him.

Ayame Sohma

菖蒲 | Ayame | Iris

Irises represent friendship, glad tidings and valour all of which suit Ayame's audaciously bold and friendly nature. Irises can also represent loyalty, relating to his determination to better his relationship Yuki as well as his loyalty to his best friends, Hatori and Shigure.

Isuzu "Rin" Sohma

牡丹 | Botan | Peony

Peonies represent compassion and bravery. Both attributes describe Isuzu's character well as seen when she risks her life while attempting to break the curse for Haru's sake. When Akito discovers Isuzu and Haru's relationship she also accepts all the blame and punishment in order to protect him. She feels compassion for those she considers as being kind—Hatsuharu and Tohru—and goes willingly places herself in danger so as not to involve said people in dangerous affairs.

Hiro Sohma

萩 | Hagi | Japanese Bush Clover

The Japanese Bush Clover is associated with melancholy and unrequited love. This could possibly refer to how Hiro blames himself for Kisa's injury and how he laments not noticing that Kisa was being bullied and not being able to help her when she was mute.

Kyoko Honda

彼岸花 |Higanbana| Red Spider-Lily

Red spider lilies are associated with loss, abandonment and reincarnation. Which it fitting given that Tohru battles with the loss of her mother and upon her death, Kyoko was afraid since she didn't want to abandon Tohru. Red spider lilies are said to guide the deceased into the next reincarnation. Butterflies are associated with transformation and souls which tie into the reincarnation theme. The bright crimson colour of red spider lilies have helped the flower become known for representing passion and independence—this corresponds with Kyoto's personality while she was alive. The crimson butterflies spotted around her are also a nod to her previous alias—'the Crimson Butterfly'—when she ws younger.

[Important! Find part 2 here!]

[If you liked this post check out my other hanakotoba analysis posts here ❀]

[vikuu-chan]

Fruits Basket The Final Ending Illustration

[littleholmes]

“It’s okay to stop being special, to stop being a god, to just be me, isn’t it? To start a life that’s truly my own. I-I’m hurt, I’m scared…I don’t know who’ll love me now, but…goodbye. Goodbye, everyone. It’s hard, lonely, saying ‘goodbye’. They say that after goodbye comes hello, and all new beginnings come from endings.

Cliché’s can wait. I don’t want to hear them right now. Cry with me, please. There’s nothing we can do. It’s over. So please, just cry with me. Sob with me, scream with me, feel with me. We lost what we had, and we’re left with no guarantees. Cry with me for the terror of living in this new world.

As we cling to hope for tomorrow, please do this much, cry, cry, and cry—like we did when we were first born into the world. Goodbye. Goodbye. Goodbye.”

- Akito Sohma

[sadlittlepotatobean]

Fruits Basket has taken over me

Kyo would take Tohru’s last name and no one will change my mind.

[fruitsxbasket]

Fruits Basket (Icons)- Ep. 10

[sohma-kureno]

Shk shk shk shk. The wheels of the sliding panelled door clatter as it’s rolled aside. A once familiar sound. It’s been nearly a year now since the bustle of the hospital replaced all such comforts.

“Your room is upstairs and down the hall to the left. You’re welcome to stay as long as you like. Mayu and I don’t mind.”

Pausing at the base of the stairs, leather duffle bag in one hand and cane in the other, a smile tugs at the corners of those ever forlorn eyes. “Thank you, Hatori. I don’t plan on intruding very long.”

The solemn demeanor and base tenor of Hatori's voice hide his concern as he replies, “Where are you planning to go?”

“Overseas.” Without another word, Kureno ascends the wooden stairs of the old house Shigure left to the newlywed couple.

Steel blue linger on the retreating figure as he wonders what his cousin could possibly be thinking. For someone who's hardly ever left the Soma estate, for someone who doesn't even know what life in Japan is like, for someone with a history like his running away to a foreign land sounds more like whimsy than a plan. Yet those golden brown eyes spoke of nothing but certainty.

Hoping he's wrong Hatori avoids bringing up the subject again, and is nearly convinced it was a poorly executed joke by the next week until he stops by the antique book store to pick up Mayu only to be handed an armful of travel guides that his wife insists he should carry so she can drive.

Finding his cousin seated on the engawa with a cup of red tea, he sets the stack on the low table of the living room and steps out, closing the paper lined door behind him.

“Kureno,” he growls. “What's this all about? You're not seriously planning on moving abroad, are you?”

Eyes the shade of the amber liquid in the porcelain cup glance up to where Hatori glowers, hands shoved in his pockets and lips set in a firm line. “I am,” is Kureno's simple response.

Pinching the bridge of his nose and sighing heavily, Hatori takes a seat. He lets his gaze settle on the wine dyed foliage of the nearby trees while he collects his thoughts. The silence is broken up only by the rustle of dead leaves tumbling across the yard.

“You've hardly ever set foot outside the estate. How on earth are you going to survive in a country where you no nothing?” he finally asks.

“Exactly. What's the difference between learning to live on my own in a country called home and learning everything from scratch in a country by another name?” Kureno offers in turn.

Through gritted teeth Hatori retorts, “You speak the language here.”

“That doesn't make my experiences here any broader. There are still just as many unknowns here for me as anywhere else,” he replies honestly, but the soft tone belies the severity of the statement.

“There are things here that are intrinsically familiar to you here. Cultural knowledge you can rely on to help you navigate being on your own.”

A gentle gaze and a curious tilt of the head precede an innocent demand for details. “Like what?”

With a huff Hatori explains, “Like... Banking and using your seal. They don't use seals in other countries. How will you figure out getting a place to live without that kind of thing?”

“They must have something similar. Contracts can't fundamentally differ that much. They're all a binding agreement between entities.”

The reasonable counterargument silences the man for a moment before he quips, “Fine. What about food? How will you survive when you can't cook and they don't sell the food you're used to at restaurants?”

“You know as well as anyone I haven't tried most of the local food here either. What's the difference? Here or there I'll have to find food I like or learn to cook.”

“Just the idea of you attempting to cook makes me want to buy a fire extinguisher for every corner of the house... Can you even boil water?”

With a hum, Kureno stares down into his cup, the reflection of his eyes disappearing into the identical colour. “Just fill the zojirushi and wait twenty minutes...”

“Is that the only way you know how to heat water...?”

“Isn't that the only way to warm water?” he asks innocently when he meets the scowl of his cousin.

“Have you ever been in a kitchen...?”

“I'll look it up...” the acorn haired boy mumbles timidly in response.

“Researching topics on the computer is probably the only skill you're well versed in. That and finances,” Hatori chides as he leans back on his palms to stare up at the azure blanket of late autumn. Out of the side of his vision he sees his cousin nod reluctantly by way of agreement.

“On that note, what would you do for work overseas anyway? You can't seriously be expecting to get a job as an accountant in a country where you don't speak the language and don't know the tax laws.”

“Mmm... I'll find something... It doesn't have to be accounting. I'm sure someone needs a hand organizing documents or running spreadsheets... Math is a universal language after all...”

Despite the glaring deficiencies, the speed with which he rebuffs each comment hints at his seriousness. With a sigh Hatori continues, “And what about actual language? Just because you studied English through til the end of high school and passed with good marks doesn't mean you can actually communicate.”

“You know I don't talk much anyway... If I stay in Japan and continue working as the accountant for the estate, I won't talk anymore than I do now. Even if I got a job here somewhere else, I don't think that would change...”

“Yes, but choosing not to talk is a luxury. How are you going to handle problems when you don't have a choice but to engage? You can't call me at all hours of the night to translate for you!” he warns sternly.

“I read there are good translation apps now. I'll make it work...” Gazing off at the withering trees slicing into the horizon, Kureno murmurs, “Besides, it might be good for me... to have to speak for myself for a change...”

Reluctantly Hatori concurs, “Yes. You do need to learn to stand up for yourself and make your own decisions.”

A loneliness clearer than it's ever been pools in those golden depths despite finally being free. It's almost too much to bear, and Hatori can't help but beg him to stay. “Do you really think you have to go overseas for that to happen though? Aren't you just running away from her?”

“I am. I want to run far away. As far as I can. Everything here reminds me of her because everything here is supposed to be familiar and it's not. At least... in a different country, nothing is expected to be known. I won't look like a total idiot for not knowing how to use the subway or never having tried a hamburger... I won't be reminded of all the years I spent needing nothing of anyone... willfully helpless and reliant on others...”

Just as it was stubbornness that kept him there for all those years, Hatori recognizes that the same will won't be changed now. “Well, where do you want to go?”

Setting down the empty china cup on it's saucer and dredging his phone from his cardigan pocket, Kureno hands the unlocked device over and explains, “It seems like a lot of countries have some kind of agreement with Japan to allow people under thirty to work for a year without restriction.”

“Ah, a working holiday visa. Aren't there only a few where English is spoken that are open to Japanese citizens though?” Hatori queries as he scrolls through the information.

“Right. New Zealand, Australia, UK, Ireland, or Canada.”

Passing it back Hatori prods, “Which one do you want to go to?”

“Whichever accepts my application soonest,” Kureno answers with a shrug as he slides the weight into his pants.

Uncharacteristically wide-eyed Hatori demands, “You're not taking anything else into account?!”

Blinking a few times before responding Kureno counters, “What else is there to consider?”

“The climate, the culture, the economic opportunities, the cost of living... A lot, Kureno...”

“You know none of us are short on money. We work to keep ourselves busy or because it's required by the family, not because we lack financially. The culture will be equally unfamiliar anywhere, and climate... Is it really that different from here? Doesn't everywhere have four seasons...?”

After a contemplative hum Hatori agrees, “I suppose... I've never left the country either, but that seems only logical... Still, how do you propose to find a place to stay? Surely you're not planning on living in a hotel.”

“I've read there are people who offer what they call ‘home-stay’ where one can board for a period. The accomodations usually provide food at extra cost. It seems rather popular.”

Rising from the wooden deck and shoving the sliding door back Hatori gives in. “At least you've done your research... Though I sincerely doubt what you've read will line up with reality as perfectly as you imagine, I'll help you out however I can.”

The smile he's met with is one he's rarely seen on Kureno - one that's genuinely hopeful.

[ultramayuko19870]

[nhkamira]

Fruits Basket The Final (フルーツバスケット) - Review

While watching: *crying* *crying really hard* *laughing but still can't stop crying*

Perfection has a name and its Fruit Basket. The most beautiful, heartbreaking, heart-touching, dramatic, painful, soft thing I've ever seen. Fruit Basket made me feel so many emotions that I cried and cried within the final episodes.

Fruit Basket is probably one of the best animes when it comes to uniqueness in the story and character development, it succeeded in something many stories can't do, working with so many different characters and personalities and still managed to get every one of them in your heart.

The animation was always beautiful and from season 1 to the final season soundtrack was so good for every moment, especially that one song that just made you want to cry your heart out in the most important and vulnerable moments for the characters.

My heart is so happy with the way everything concluded, each one got what they deserve and finally, happiness surrounds the Soma household.

Final score: 10/10⭐️