My analysis about kaoru sakurayashiki (cherry blossom)
Sometimes, I think Kaoru has a pathological attachment related to his fear of loss and abandonment in relationships in general. He cannot bear the idea of being left alone. He fears the notion that the world is constantly changing and that people do not always stay in your life.
Even as an adult, he has not yet come to terms with this idea. Instead, he continuously repeats the same behaviors he has exhibited for ages—such as arguing with Kojiro daily, even over trivial matters. It’s as if he deliberately seeks out conflicts, trying to recreate the same events from his childhood. Similarly, his desperate attempts to rekindle his relationship with Adam seem to be rooted in a desire to relive their teenage dynamics.
In his mind, Adam should remain the mysterious, fascinating figure who never ceases to amaze him, while Kojiro must remain the loyal friend with whom he fills his free time with competitions. Back then, everyone was content with this arrangement. But now, their personalities have changed, matured, and evolved.
Kojiro has become more rational and level-headed, uninterested in meaningless fights. Yet, he humors Kaoru because he knows exactly how to push his buttons. As for Adam, he has changed—not necessarily matured, but evolved due to circumstances. He is no longer the person he once was. In fact, Adam seems to despise his past self, the version of him from his adolescence. He now follows a new path.
Everyone’s perspectives have shifted and developed—except for Kaoru. He remains stuck in his unchanging mindset and world. Everything around him progresses, yet he refuses to acknowledge it, as if he is covering his eyes with his hands to avoid reality. What he hasn’t realized yet is that he, too, has changed. He is no longer as free-spirited as he once was, and even his appearance has transformed. And that’s okay—change is natural.
The illogical part is that while he accepts his own transformation, he refuses to accept the changes in those around him. He has a certain arrogance and selfishness that allow him to embrace his own evolution while expecting others to remain as he wants them to be. He never makes an effort to understand those around him.
For example, he does not try to comprehend what Adam truly wants. His plans and words never reflect an attempt to grasp what Adam has been through. He knows something is wrong, but he has never tried to figure out the reason behind it. He believes that by racing Adam and winning, Adam will magically return to him, as if life were a Disney movie where everything resets after a victory. But he has never considered seeking a better approach.
I do understand that Adam shuts down any opportunity for communication, but there are always better ways than forcing a race. The reason I believe this is because of Kojiro’s perspective. Kojiro does not think about racing Adam—he tries to understand Kaoru’s way of thinking instead. That’s why he doesn’t persistently push for things; he has realized that Adam is a lonely, sad person in need of support. However, Kojiro suppresses himself under Kaoru’s dominance and arrogance.
Kojiro’s personality becomes unstable around Kaoru. Normally, he provides some of the best insights and advice, but when he is near Kaoru, he becomes clumsy and childish.
Ultimately, Kaoru is a toxic person. Despite his loyalty and his desire to revive his relationships—especially the ones that matter to him—he goes about it in the worst possible way. All of this stems from a pathological fear, obsession, and a spoiled nature. Deep down, he is a good person, but he needs to realize that the world does not revolve around him and his desires. People move forward, and he must learn to keep up.
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