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How Hori and Miyamura’s Relationship in Horimiya Differ From Traditional Couples


There are a lot of reasons to watch Horimiya but what made it stand out from other romantic-type of anime is that what Hori and Miyamura have is different. Hori is not the typical female protagonist who needs to be saved from time to time and Miyamura is not the male protagonist who always acts like a hero.

Instead, they take turns to save one another. Hori has a vulnerable side and so does Miyamura. The two also have their strong points which come in handy whenever the other is in trouble. But what made them really different from other couples is the fact that they break the gender stereotypes.

How Hori and Miyamura’s Relationship in Horimiya Differ From Traditional Couples

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As mentioned, Horimiya introduced viewers to a couple who do not act like traditional couples in the sense that they do not follow gender stereotypes. From their individual personalities, Hori does not look like she is the type who would go home early to do household chores. She is also the type of girl who would watch horror movies. Did we mention that beneath her beautiful and calm look, she can kick and punch someone so hard?

Meanwhile, Miyamura is the type of guy who is soft-spoken. He is scared of horror movies and is often called pretty with his features. He is usually quiet especially to those he is not close with. Although he can be physically violent, this rarely happens and usually does when Hori requests him to be more manly.

Viewers expect that Miyamura would always protect Hori but most of the time, it is Hori who does this to Miyamura especially when he is bullied. Although Miyamura was able to protect Hori too, she had more moments when she is his knight and shining armor. The series also had a scene wherein Hori realized that she is not feminine or cute like other typical girlfriends but Miyamura reassured her of his feelings.

Their relationship is refreshing as it emphasized that Hori and Miyamura liked each other because of who they really are. It makes viewers realize how amazing it is to have someone who will accept them for their imperfections.

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