Anime Like Naoe-kun wa Yasesasetai. (ONA)
SYNOPSIS
Naoe has a problem: his best friend Naoe is hopelessly out of shape, and no amount of cajoling seems to stick. So when a convenient magical opportunity presents itself, Naoe sees his chance to finally get his friend on the path to fitness, one ridiculous scheme at a time. What follows is a comedy of misguided intentions as Naoe deploys everything from supernatural curses to elaborate tricks to motivate his stubborn companion toward weight loss. The humor comes from watching these two navigate their friendship through increasingly absurd fitness challenges, each more fantastical than the last. There's genuine warmth underneath the comedy, though, since Naoe's desperation stems from actual care. These two web-exclusive episodes capture the show's sweet spot: comedy that doesn't mock, fantasy elements that escalate the gags, and a dynamic between friends that feels real despite all the magical nonsense swirling around them. Perfect for anyone who enjoys low-stakes comedy with heart, where the jokes land because you actually believe these people care about each other.
