I didn't read the book, so I can only judge it based on the S1. The pacing in early episodes is quite slow but if it was faster, I think it would miss some of the nuances.
-Story is good, smart, and has lots of depth -Acting is very good too. Mariko, especially at the latter episodes was nothing short of amazing. Overall, the restraint the actors acted with, to show the depth of their culture was great. The parts about 2 hearts are so well done.
-Music and visuals and costumes also well done.
Overall, I really enjoyed it and completely did not expect how last 3 episodes turned out. I could sorta predict the ending, but nevertheless, how it was unveiled, was so classy.
10/10 for me.
-Story is good, smart, and has lots of depth -Acting is very good too. Mariko, especially at the latter episodes was nothing short of amazing. Overall, the restraint the actors acted with, to show the depth of their culture was great. The parts about 2 hearts are so well done.
-Music and visuals and costumes also well done.
Overall, I really enjoyed it and completely did not expect how last 3 episodes turned out. I could sorta predict the ending, but nevertheless, how it was unveiled, was so classy.
10/10 for me.