Fujimoto, recalling his memories of a Christmas past while staring at the snow falling in the snowglobe, is oblivious to his surroundings.

Episode 19, and its following episode, draw upon the memories of the two main characters, Kobato and her coworker, Fujimoto. This particular episode exposes the trauma that Fujimoto experienced in his past, and why he has such a cold disposition.

I like that the banter in the background brings up Christmas Cake - It's a very important tradition in Japan. Christmas Cakes are not only featured in bakeries, but you can order them from many retailers. Many of these cakes feature popular anime characters. Bakery Tirol is where Kobato occasionally will work as a clerk in order to make extra money for the school. It will also play a more prominent role in the next episode.

From Episode 19 - ...White Christmas ( …ホワイトクリスマス。)


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