English Dub Review: Laid Back Camp “True or Embellished? Retrospective Camping”

Overview

After Nadeshiko returns from the Oigawa trip, the other outdoor club members recount for their (somewhat dubiously) spontaneous bus-based camping trip they took while she, Rin, and Ayano were away…


Our Take

While Nadeshiko and Rin enjoy camping along the Oi River, Chiaki, Aoi, and Ena embark on their spontaneous camping trip in the northern part of Yamanashi Prefecture. As they gather firewood and share travel stories, including some that involve delicious food and sightseeing at Mizugaki Lake. The flashbacks themselves add a strange twist, and despite the chaotic interruptions and random inconsistencies, the girls manage to recall their trip with joy.

The episode’s attempt to experiment with flashback sequences adds an intriguing element to the storytelling, although it may feel disconnected at times. Additionally, some aspects of the animation and background design were a bit distracting due to the scenery in random places looking photorealistic and jarring at times, even if the wacky proceedings gave me a chuckle or two…

Overall, while the episode offers a creative approach to storytelling and provides insights into the side adventures of the outdoor club girls, it may not resonate as strongly with viewers due to its experimental nature. Despite this, the humor and among the characters remains charming, hinting at more delightful camping adventures to come as Aki outright says that she has more to tell in the next episode.