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Gokinjo Monogatari
7.6 · 50 eps · 1995 · Toei Animation
ComedyDramaRomanceSlice of Life
The protagonist, Mikako Kouda, is a student of "Yaza Gaku." Specialising in fashion design, Mikako dreams of becoming a fashion designer with her own brand. Living next to her is her childhood friend, Tsutomu Yamaguchi. Even though they have been close since they were young, they share a platonic friendship. However, Tsutomu has been gaining popularity, especially with the girls, because he seems to resemble a popular vocalist from a band and somehow, Mikako begins to see him in a different light. This is a story about how youths cope with dreams, love and friendship.
Episodes
50
Aired
Fall 1995
Score
7.6
Popularity
#2969
Female ProtagonistShoujoFashionSchool ClubEnsemble CastHeterosexualMakeupCollege
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