Futari Solo Camp [Season 1 Episodes 1-23]

Futari Solo Camp: A Comfy Escape Marred by Annoying Tropes

Imagine this: You’re deep in the woods, beer in hand, fire crackling, finally enjoying that solo camping trip you’ve been craving—no noise, no drama, just you and nature. Then some random girl crashes your spot, demands to share your tent, blackmails you over her own misplaced panties, and turns your peaceful vibe into a chaotic mess. That’s Gen Kinokura’s life in Futari Solo Camp, and honestly? It’s relatable… in the worst way.

First off, let’s get the basics straight. This anime’s based on a manga by Yudai Debata, animated by SynergySP, and it’s a summer 2025 release with a whopping 24 episodes (so yeah, it’s gonna stick around). The premise? Gen, a 34-year-old guy who lives for solo camping, meets Shizuku, a 20-year-old newbie who’s basically a walking disaster with a tent. If you’ve seen Yuru Camp, you know the drill—quiet loner meets chaotic newbie—but swap Rin for a grumpy adult dude and Nadeshiko for someone way pushier.

Now, let’s talk about the good stuff. Gen is so relatable. As one fan put it, “I can relate to Gen as I’ve gone solo camping before. Quite the fun experience if you’re prepared for it.” He’s just a guy who wants to chill, cook some beer-roast chicken, and not deal with people. The camping details feel real—like, you can almost smell the campfire and taste that chicken. And hey, it’s refreshing to see 30-somethings as leads instead of the usual high schoolers. “It’s so nice to see an anime with 30-something year olds instead of teenagers for once,” gushed a fan. “Laidback and enjoyable.”

But then there’s Shizuku. Oh, Shizuku. Let’s be real—she’s the show’s biggest problem. Fans are not here for her. “The girl is annoying af,” said one viewer. “Her character type is the one I hate the most in anime.” Another ranted, “She ruined his trip and has no remorse. I wanted him to pack his things and leave since she wouldn’t.” Let’s list her crimes: She does zero research before camping (like, zero), demands Gen’s help even when he says no, sleeps in his tent while he freezes outside, and slaps him for… her accidentally stripping at his camp. “Why should he get slapped because her dumb ass strips down at someone else’s camp??” a fan fumed. Classic “violent retribution for accidental infringement” trope—thanks, AniDB, for naming it.

And don’t get us started on the fanservice. The first time we meet Shizuku, she’s in a compromising position, and later there’s that weird panty blackmail thing. “I was not expecting fan service, what?” a viewer said. “Is this really necessary?” It feels forced, like the writers thought, “Let’s throw in some pervy stuff to keep people watching.” Spoiler: It doesn’t work.

But wait—there’s a silver lining. The camping vibes are chef’s kiss. The fire scenes, the forest backdrops, Gen’s chill attitude (when he’s not dealing with Shizuku) make you want to grab a tent and hit the woods. “The overall concept is great,” a fan admitted. “I love the setting and Gen.” Plus, the 24-episode run means there’s plenty of time for character growth—maybe Shizuku will stop being a nightmare? We can hope.

Another win: No high school drama! Gen is 34, Shizuku is 20—adults dealing with adultish problems (well, except Shizuku’s chaos). “It’s refreshing to see an anime with 30-something year olds instead of teenagers,” a viewer praised. “Laidback and enjoyable.”

So, should you watch it? If you’re into camping, chill vibes, and don’t mind a side of annoying female leads, yes. Fast-forward through Shizuku’s worst moments, focus on Gen’s beer-roast chicken tutorials, and you’ll have a good time. But if you hate tropes like pushy girls, unnecessary fanservice, and characters who don’t respect personal space? This might not be your jam.

As one fan summed it up: “I like the overall concept and Gen, but the girl is annoying af. I’ll watch a bit more to see if it’s worth suffering through her crap.” We feel you. Here’s hoping Shizuku gets her act together—for Gen’s sake, and ours.

Final Verdict: 6/10. Comfy, but bring earplugs for Shizuku’s chaos. 🏕️🍻