: The addition of characters like Hana Sunomiya (the "best wingman") and the subtle change in Yoshi—who stops Gamo-chan from interrupting a romantic moment—shows the growth of the surrounding cast in fostering the main couple's progress. Manga vs. Anime Differences
According to the Nagatoro Wiki , the episode adapts chapters 55, 88, 89, 90, and 91. Notable changes include:
: A sequence involving ice cream leads to an accidental "indirect kiss" when their cones collide, a moment that Nagatoro initially teased him about but finds herself equally flustered by.
: Nagatoro maintains a tally of "points" for Senpai's performance, ultimately ending the date with a modest 50 points (out of 1,000), which she admits was actually "the real thing" rather than practice.
The ice cream sequence was moved from an earlier point in the manga to the aquarium date.
: While she maintains her teasing persona, the episode highlights her increasing honesty and "meekness" when faced with Senpai's genuine affection. Her admission that the date was "the real thing" signifies a breakdown of the "just practice" facade.