Please Put Them On, Takamine-san [Season 1 Episode 1]

“Please Put Them On, Takamine-san!” – A Wild Ride of Ecchi and Absurdity

Spring 2025 has blessed us with Please Put Them On, Takamine-san!, an anime adaptation of Yuichi Hiiragi’s manga that promises—and delivers—a ridiculous, blush-inducing premise. The first episode wastes no time diving into its absurdity, and fans are already divided: some are here for the unapologetic ecchi, while others are questioning their life choices after watching it.

The Premise: Underwear = Time Travel?

Takane Takamine is the perfect high school goddess—top grades, athletic prowess, and beauty that leaves everyone in awe. But her secret? Her underwear. Yes, you read that right. When she strips, she can undo any challenge, essentially rewinding time. Enter Koushi Shirota, the epitome of a loser protagonist, who stumbles upon this secret and becomes her unwilling accomplice.

The first episode sets the tone with a mix of awkward humor, fan service, and a plot so bizarre it’s either genius or a train wreck—depending on who you ask.

Fan Reactions: Love It or Hate It?

Scrolling through discussions, it’s clear that Takamine-san has sparked strong opinions:

• The Ecchi Enthusiasts are thrilled. Comments like “ECCHI IS BACK ON THE MENU BOYS!” and “Absolute cinema, go watch this NOW” highlight the show’s appeal to fans of the genre. The fact that Crunchyroll is streaming the uncensored version has only added to the hype.
• The Skeptics aren’t sold. Many criticize the animation quality, calling it “awful” and pointing out weird facial expressions (those chins, though). Others find the MC, Koushi, painfully bland—“MC’s virgin energy is killing the show ngl.”
• The Confused are just along for the ride. “Wtf did I watch?” sums up the reaction of viewers who didn’t expect a plot about time-traveling underwear.

The Good, The Bad, and The Ridiculous

What Works:
– The Concept: It’s so outlandish that it’s entertaining. The idea of using underwear as a time-travel device is peak anime absurdity, and the show leans into it without shame.
– Takamine’s Character: She’s manipulative, confident, and unapologetically dominant—a refreshing twist from the usual shy anime girls. Fans either love her or hate her (“She’s a bitch, but I’m here for it”).
– Uncensored Fan Service: For those who enjoy ecchi, the show delivers in spades. The fact that Crunchyroll didn’t censor it has fans celebrating (“CR finally got the guts!”).

What Doesn’t:
– The MC: Koushi is… well, a loser. His reactions are exaggerated to the point of annoyance, and some fans wish he’d grow a spine (“Bro, just touch the underwear and move on”).
– Animation Quality: The art style is inconsistent, with some scenes looking downright awkward. The repetitive butterfly motif during time-travel sequences has also been mocked (“Why does it look like a Windows screensaver?”).
– Plot Depth (or Lack Thereof): If you’re looking for a deep story, this isn’t it. The show is pure, unadulterated ecchi comedy, and it knows it.

Final Verdict: Turn Off Your Brain and Enjoy

Please Put Them On, Takamine-san! isn’t trying to be high art—it’s a raunchy, over-the-top romp that revels in its own absurdity. If you’re into ecchi comedies with a side of time-travel shenanigans, this might just be your guilty pleasure of the season.

For everyone else? Well, at least it’s a conversation starter.

Rating: 7/10 (for ecchi fans) | 3/10 (for everyone else)

Now, excuse me while I go question my life choices.