Takopi’s Original Sin [Season 1 Episode 4]

Takopi’s Original Sin Episode 4: The Unraveling of Innocence—And Why Junya Is Our Only Hope

Let’s cut to the chase: Episode 4 of Takopi’s Original Sin isn’t just an anime installment—it’s a gut punch wrapped in stunning animation, and fans are losing their minds over it (in the best, most traumatizing way). If you thought the first three episodes were heavy, this one cranks the emotional chaos to 11, and the MyAnimeList comments? They’re a wild mix of sobbing, anger, and desperate praise for one character who’s single-handedly keeping this trainwreck from derailing entirely: Junya.

First, let’s recap the basics for anyone who might’ve binged the first three and needed a minute to breathe. Takopi is a pink alien from Planet Happy, sent to Earth to spread joy with his wacky gadgets. But instead of rainbows and smiles, he stumbled into the lives of Shizuka—a lonely fourth grader with a tragic home life—and Naoki, her bullied classmate. Episode 3 ended with a shock: Takopi accidentally killed Marina, Shizuka’s tormentor, with one of his gadgets. Now, Episode 4 dives into the aftermath: the botched cover-up, Naoki’s crumbling sanity, and Shizuka’s chilling transformation from victim to manipulator.

The episode opens with Takopi and Naoki trying (and failing) to hide Marina’s body. The tension is palpable—you can almost feel Naoki’s hands shaking as they bury her in Takopi’s gadget. But here’s the thing: Takopi’s “happy” tech is supposed to fix problems, not create them. Fans are furious at him for being so clueless. One commenter rants, “This fucker Takopii, having the nerve to say he wants to ‘do something’ about the whole thing. Dude, you’ve done PLENTY, I can assure you.” Ouch. But let’s be real—Takopi’s innocence is both his superpower and his fatal flaw. He doesn’t understand death, guilt, or the weight of his actions, which makes every mistake feel more tragic than intentional.

Then there’s Shizuka. Oh, Shizuka. Fans are split on her: some call her a “manipulative bitch,” while others argue she’s just a kid broken by trauma. Let’s break it down. After Marina’s death, Shizuka doesn’t cry or panic—she just… moves on. She even tells Naoki, “You should turn yourself in. Then I won’t get in trouble.” Wait, what? Up until Episode 3, she didn’t even know what prison was. Now she’s shifting blame like a pro? It’s jarring, but commenters point out her mom is probably to blame. “Shizuka is manipulative because she learned it from her mom,” one fan says. “The parents are the real villains here.” Another adds, “She’s not evil—she’s just never been taught how to care about anyone but herself.”

But the real star of the episode? Junya, Naoki’s older brother. If you haven’t fallen in love with him yet, Episode 4 will make you. When Naoki breaks down and confesses everything, Junya doesn’t yell or judge. He just says, “Let’s fix this together.” Fans are losing it over his kindness. “Junya, you’re a real one. You’re as goated as Himmel,” gushes one commenter. Another calls him “the only normal person so far, and what a great brother he is!” His scene with Naoki—where he admits their mom’s pancakes “aren’t even good”—is equal parts funny and heartbreaking. It’s a small moment of honesty in a show that’s drowning in lies, and it’s exactly what Naoki (and we) needed.

Let’s talk about the animation, because holy cow. The team behind this episode “assembled the Avengers,” as one fan puts it. The camera angles are insane—close-ups of Naoki’s tear-streaked face, wide shots of the empty field where Marina is buried, and a dream sequence where Naoki’s guilt literally consumes him. The colors shift from bright pastels (when Takopi is around) to cold blues and grays (when Naoki is panicking), which perfectly mirrors the characters’ emotions. “The animation was buss,” a commenter says, and honestly? That’s the best way to describe it. It’s so good, it almost makes the pain worth it.

But let’s not ignore the dark stuff. Naoki’s mental state is spiraling. He’s haunted by Marina’s face, and his mom’s constant pressure to be “perfect” (like Junya) isn’t helping. One fan cries, “Can you imagine Naoki not even 10, but he’s always forced to become like his brother? He tries so hard, but his mom never acknowledges it.” It’s a brutal look at how parental expectations can break a kid—and it’s something a lot of viewers relate to. Another commenter adds, “This episode felt like a brilliantly directed short movie about guilt and abuse. Probably the best one so far.”

Shizuka’s arc is the most divisive part. Some fans think her transformation is too sudden—“Up until Episode 3, she was dim-witted. Now she’s manipulating emotions?”—but others see it as a natural response to trauma. “Shizuka’s personality changed because she’s in survival mode,” a commenter explains. “The only thing real to her is her dog Chappy. Everyone else is just a tool.” It’s a sad truth: when you’ve been bullied and neglected your whole life, you learn to use whatever you have to stay safe—even if that means hurting the people closest to you.

And let’s not forget the parents. They’re the silent villains here. Naoki’s mom only cares about grades, Shizuka’s mom is MIA, and Marina’s parents are nowhere to be seen. “Is there not a single character in this story without horrendous parents?” one fan asks. It’s a valid question. The show isn’t just about Takopi’s mistakes—it’s about how adults fail kids, and how those kids have to pick up the pieces themselves.

So, what’s next? The episode ends with Junya promising to help Naoki, but we all know this isn’t over. Takopi still doesn’t get the gravity of his actions, Shizuka is still in denial, and Marina’s body is bound to be found eventually. Fans are speculating: will Takopi turn himself in? Will Junya save the day? Will Shizuka ever get the help she needs? One commenter jokes, “I have a feeling that Takopi will save everyone by saying ‘I have the power to brainwash people’ and get taken by a lab. Happy ending?” We can only hope—but let’s be real, this show doesn’t do happy endings easily.

In the end, Episode 4 of Takopi’s Original Sin is a masterpiece of emotional storytelling. It’s not easy to watch—there are moments where you’ll want to pause and hug your loved ones—but it’s necessary. It forces us to confront the ugly side of childhood: the bullying, the neglect, the guilt that no kid should ever have to carry. And through it all, there’s Junya—proof that even in the darkest times, a little kindness can go a long way.

If you haven’t watched it yet, do yourself a favor (and maybe grab a box of tissues). Just be warned: you’ll be thinking about it long after the credits roll. As one fan says, “I cried a lot, lmao gonna lose my mind watching this show.” Same, friend. Same.

Final Verdict: 10/10. The animation is stunning, the characters are complex, and the story hits harder than a punch to the gut. Junya deserves a medal, Takopi needs a reality check, and Shizuka? She needs a hug. Badly.

Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’m going to rewatch Junya’s scene and pretend everything is okay. 🥺