Strawberry 100%

Never thought I'd be writing a review for the Ecchi genre. I'm not really the Ecchi type, although there are times I might watch them. I'm more of an action/supernatural/horror type, so let me say this first before continuing: If you're a real Ecchi fan, and all you're looking for is Ecchi, you may not find exactly what you're looking for with this series. Don't get me wrong, there is plenty of it (probably much more than it sounds), but even for the occassional watcher like myself; it didn't feel like it was the real foundation for this series. It does seem to cater to bothguys and gals as its mostly based on relationship. Either gender may actually find appreciation for it. If you're looking for some huge story to open up later like the typical shounen series where there is normally some much bigger plot, you probably will not enjoy this as much, if at all. I think I happened to watch this one at JUST THE RIGHT TIME, as I felt very satisfied with how it went and how it was written. Story/Plot: 7 Where's the story? You're looking at it. It's pretty much as the Synopsis says and what the genres indicate; your typical harem (although there's so much more to it). Why a 7, though? This series wasn't created for pure story conception, but is based more on character development and the character and story development compliment each other nicely. As far as I'm concerned, it couldn't have been handled any better, and it was handled rather nicely. It does navigate through the end of Middle School on into High School years, so there is some of that story progression taking place, although a lot of the story advancement is through plot devices; not the kind that leave plotholes, however. Art/Animation: 6 It's not a secret. This series isn't as visually tantalizing as a lot of the others out there, especially with the ones from the same year. A very visually pleasing anime is always a big plus, but the quality here doesn't hurt it, either. It didn't seem like this production was given that big of a budget, and its a real shame because it could have looked a lot nicer. The art and animation that was used does suffice given the fact it's not really ABOUT how good the art, or animation was. Sufficient enough for me. Sound/Music: 8 I found the music to be very.. "fun". This is strange for me, seeing as how I'm not the typical kind of guy to really "like" anime music, although I'm coming around to it. The OP for this is simply awesome. It provides a lot of good memories and tends to help me remember a lot of those great times I had in my school days. The voice actors on this (japanese) were awesome, as well. I didn't once feel that a voice was out of place, and they pulled everything off quite nicely. Characters/Character Development: 7 This is where the main basis for this series lies: in it's characters. All of the characters are the types you might be able to find in just about any series, but not necessarily in one as fluent in relationships as this series is. The characters fit with this genre-type, most definitely and not one character is the exact same as the other, so there is plenty of diversity and differing interests and personalities. It's very interesting to see how relationships strengthen, or crumble a bit with certain actions throughout this series, as well. Enjoyment: 8 I enjoyed this series a lot. It was worth my time. If anyone has ever found themselves in similar 'situations' that take place in this series, you'll probably appreciate it just as much as I have, if not more. There were many times that I laughed until I drooled (I know it sounds gross, just emphasizing how funny it was). A lot of the comedy was based off embarressing types of occurences, but it certainly wasn't limited to just that. It didn't need some long drawn out story to please me, either. I was grateful for that, but I truly wish there was much, much more to it, or a sequel. That would make my day. Overall: 7 It's a fair rating and it does represent how I enjoyed it, while still being a critic at the same time, however there really isn't anything rather negative to say about it. I think I'll go as far to claim that this series is truly underrated in probably a lot of circles, and this rating certainly doesn't overrate it, either. By the time you get to the end, you'll probably feel a sense of satisfaction coupled with regret for not catching it sooner, and perhaps the urge for more. If you came across this review and decided to give it a try, awesome. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did, and if not; sorry. Suggestion I'd suggest watching this series, but also the other OVAs and such that are paired with this series. Jump Festa 2004 seems to mark the "end" in most respects, although it was produced before the series, itself. Watch Order 1 Episodes 1-9, Ichigo 100% TV Special 2, Episodes 10-12, Jump Festa 2004, DVD Animation OVAs. OR Watch Order 2 Episodes 1-9, Ichigo 100% TV Special 2, Episodes 10-12, DVD Animation OVAs, Jump Festa 2004. ________________________________ Addendum (03/09/12): I no longer use the scoring format this site offers and have not for some time. I do not consider a "10" to be in existence and have long since downgraded many of what I've scored to reflect this way of thinking. I have chosen to keep this review slated at an "8", although my list may begin to reflect this change regarding this title specifically in the future. If I ever find some time to heavily edit, or entirely rewrite this review after rewatching this title in its entirety I will do so in order to bring its scoring up to date. It may change based on how I feel about it after seeing it again, or I may feel strongly about it in the same way and keep the score as-is. I believe I can write something much better, but I still agree with the way this review was written as it presents a direct opinion and straight-forward evaluation while being completely devoid of unnecessary plot outlines, or spoilers. And that was my goal and sole purpose for penning it. Around the time period of 11/12/07 there were very few reviews on this site compared to today and many of them offered a little too much information and had become summaries instead of perspective so I stand by that decision. If something can pull your attention and force you to share how you felt about it, I believe it's our duty to do so. ________________________________ Scoring updated: 7/5/2012

When my friend and I were talking about animes, he brought up this one, Ichigo 100%, and said he really enjoyed it and said i should watch it. i took his request and watched this 12 episode show, and boy do i disagree with him. Story: The story's the same story you'd find in your average-day harem. Art: The art is mediocre at best. This was made in 2005, but even so, other shows, like Naruto was out then, and had great art style. The art is Ichigo 100% is plain and not amusing. Everyone looks bland and the same. The only difference that ifind in the characters is the haircolors. Sound: Now the opening and ending themes are really good. The opening theme is a great song that makes you move your head around and can always put a smile on your face. The ending theme is also a fun one that makes you want to dance around. But even so, the voice actors were not strong. The only voice actor I found good was Satsuki's because she is very spunky and her voice actor does a good job of having a spunky voice. And the score wasn't strong. It has the same sexual music in the parts when characters "accidently" get their panties shown, and all the rest in just little piano music that you would find in every other harem. Characters: None of the characters were memorable at all. Tsukasa was boirng to me, even though she does have fanbase. Satsuki's annoying, Aya's an OK character, but she needs some more story to her, Manaka's a retard just like every other main boy in harems, and Yui's just weird. None of them stood out. OVerall, Ichigo 100% was a waste of my time. If you're into ecchi or harems, I highly recommend it for you. I'm not into harems that much, and that's probably why I didn't like it. And when you're watching Ichigo 100%, there will also be a few mindfucks in it to mess with you. I hated that as well. Ichigo 100% to me was crap. 4/10

I may sound perverted. but i am actually a echi-Romance anime fan :) I've watched Ichigo 100% over 3 times now :) and i've enjoyed almost every moment of it :), i love the story, characters and the art. The story is very normal, in real life as Junpei is in his last year of middle school, he confesses to a girl, oh then he goes to high school, he's habit is movies... etc etc... seemingly normal to me... its just the way ALL THOSE GIRLS KEEPS ON FALLING IN LOVE WITH JUNPEI!!! HE IS A PERVERTED-MINDED GUY!!! oh sry for that :) i jsut wantedto say it ^.^ The art is mostly echi and strawberry panted. and errm more echiness :) lol its somehow funny and fun to watch this anime :) the sound just helps :) I love the characters in Ichigo 100%, we'll i'm a Nishino fan AND i am satisfied with the ending girl he goes with in the manga. BUT... the ending is wearid and i didn't want it to end. :( Satsuki's another wonderful character with a great body and personality. I am not a Aya-fan like most people are. but i think Aya is best suited to Junpei... There are also many other characters that comes now and then to get involved with things. it somehow makes us boys think. ''i wish this could happen to me in real life'' ^.^ lol I love this anime overall, and its a geart anime that i enjoyed very much :) especially the echiness -.^ hehehehehehhehe Thanks for reading :) :) Keyira

Ichigo 100% would seem at first glance to be an anime with potential. Long before I started watching anime, it was one of the animes whose name was being circulated in my circles. So now, years later, I thought I'd give it a chance, however, I'm sorely disappointed. Ichigo 100% is a cookie cutter anime with flat characters and virtually no storyline. While, granted, it is difficult to write a compelling story in twelve episodes, this anime does not measure up in other ways to be allowed that kind of leniency. The storyline for Ichigo 100% develops in one whole episode. And then, once that episodeis passed, there is no more story. When I think back on the series, I find it lacks rising action. After the story is set up and everything is set in motion, nothing else happens. The main character has no hurdles to cross, nothing to lead to a climax of any sort. (And when I think about it, that's kind of a feat in itself, not putting in any rising action or a climax). The main character is simply pushed through the motions, but instead of making anything happen, he just pulls back and everything restarts as if nothing had happened. Instead of seeming real or sympathetic, the main protagonists come off as caricatures or stereotypes that are often seen in other anime. The main male character is flat and hesitant and stumbles and cannot make his own decisions. Instead of truly seeming interested in any of the female characters who are fawning over him, he repeatedly say "I don't feel for you that way" to at least one of the female cast but is ignored or simply ignores his own thoughts; not because of logic or because he is simply being bashful, mind you, but for the continuation of the storyline. He is a backdrop character and in my opinion, is used to facilitate the watcher's ability to place himself in the character's feet. The main female cast, while colourful, don't fair much better. In the effort to make them all unique, I think the writer made them too characterized and again, the ability to sympathize with the characters or relate is lost on me. They are all either too forceful, or too dainty, or simply unrealistic and of course, they are fawned over, in their turn, by all sorts of other men so as to make them all the more desirable to our protagonist. The art is mediocre at best. I found the characters disproportionate and unnatractive, but I can easily ignore that. It's not the worst art, but again, it's not the best. This anime feels lacking to me. If you're into harem, you'll hate that nothing ever happens to progress the story in the way that is expected of harems, if you're into anime generally, you'll hate that there is nothing to really grip onto to make you keep watching. There are good moments, there are bits that can make you laugh, especially when you begin watching and everything is fresh, but otherwise, this anime is pretty mediocre. Nothing I will be watching again. I give it a 4/10. Maybe a 4.5/10 because the opening and closing sings are cute and catchy.