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On Kanae Sumida's 'gaze': What is the significance of her role in Chapter 2? Is she merely an observer to highlight Takaki's preoccupation, or is her story a self-contained tragedy about unspoken love?
Updated At
8/17/2025
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Regarding Kanae's 'surfing': Kanae compares her feelings for Takaki to 'surfing,' saying 'Kindness alone is not enough.' How should this line be interpreted? Did she ultimately give up on confessing because she saw into Takaki's heart, or was it a sign of her own growth and choosing to let go?
Updated At
8/17/2025