Tamon’s B-Side starts with a pretty wild (and very shoujo) setup. Utage Kinoshita, a high school girl and devoted fangirl, ends up working part-time as a housekeeper… only to be assigned to the home of her oshi, Tamon Fukuhara of F/ACE. What follows isn’t just wish-fulfillment, but a softer, more introspective look at who idols really are behind the scenes.
Utage is genuinely a perfect main girl. She’s kind, considerate, and never oversteps, even in a situation where she easily could have. The series makes it clear that being a fangirl comes with boundaries, and what truly matters is the respect and love you have for your oshi—not entitlement. That message lands well and gives the story a grounded emotional core.
Tamon is the definition of duality. Bro's off-stage “Gloomy-hara” persona—awkward, insecure, and low on self-confidence—is such a stark contrast to his flashy idol image that it becomes incredibly endearing. He’s especially cute in those moments, and it’s hard not to root for him as he slowly opens up.
F/ACE as a group brings a lot of life into the show. They’re chaotic, funny, and genuinely entertaining to watch together. Ouri, Keito, and Natsuki each have their own charm, and none of them feel like throwaway members. They all add something to the group dynamic that makes it feel complete.
However, some of the subplots do fall into pretty generic territory and can feel a bit predictable. You can often see where certain arcs are headed early on, which takes away a bit of impact. Still, the sincerity of the characters carries those moments enough to keep things engaging.
Still, there’s a warmth to Tamon’s B-Side that’s hard to ignore. It’s cute, a little bittersweet, and quietly sincere. A story that reminds us that behind every larger-than-life persona is just a person, and sometimes, that version is the one worth loving the most.
