Akebi's Sailor Uniform

Akebi Komichi is a country bumpkin. As the only student in her elementary school her upcoming transfer to the private, elitist Robai Academy is thrillingly exciting - mostly because her mother, who used to attend the same junior high, wore a beautiful sailor school uniform, that Komichi has been dreaming to wear herself. When the fateful day finally arrives, it turns out that she seems to be the only one wearing it... so she's bound to stand out from day one.

Where this setting would provide the perfect pivotal point for a story about mobbing, competition and elitism, "Akebi-chan no Sailor-fuku" takes a different turn entirely. The slightly excentric but always cheerful, outgoing and optimistic protagonist could easily be ostracized - instead all of her classmates greet her with open arms, engage with her and let her bring out the best in them. Where common shows would build a dramatic story full of intrigue and betrayal, this show is full of supportive characters, friendliness and wholesome story arcs. Akebi-chan no Sailor-fuku builds a beautiful world and shows us how wonderful life can be if people were just helpful, understanding and supportive towards each other. It's never overly dramatic and full of emotional story arcs.

A wonderful feelgood show for all ages. I liked it a lot.