First, some clarification. Considering the episode count of the two previous sets and some other details, this final set of Honey and Clover - being marketed in Region 1 as Honey and Clover 3 - is apparently the limited series Honey and Clover 2 which followed the original series. It follows Yuta and Hagu's final year as undergraduates as they prepare to follow their three friends into the workforce. The initial recap episode is probably not necessary for those who have been following the series on DVD.
As Yuta decides what kind of architectural work he wants to do and Ayumi grieves as the last nail is put in the coffin of her hopes of a romantic relationship with Takumi with Rika finally deciding to let herself love again, we finally find out why Shinobu needs so much money as Nomiya stands prepared to catch Ayumi when she falls if only she'll let him. But a terrible accident leaves everyone dropping everything and running to a friend in need as one of the gang suffers injuries that would be rough for anyone but potentially devestating and career ending for someone who works with their hands.
Shinobu's relationship with his brother Kaoru is one of the sets' highlights, as is Hagu's transformation in this volume from a girl-child into a young woman with grace, maturity and a deep understanding of and love for the people in her life. The final scene, and our final view of Yuta as the series ends, will stay in the memory of viewers long after it is over.
The end of Honey and Clover solidifies the series as a must-buy for anime viewers who have gone through the college journey, even if that journey has not involved the visual arts which are it's characters' passion.
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