People Who Talk to Plushies Are Kind (2023)

Plot

Sophomore Nanamori stumbles upon the Plushies Club, a unique refuge where members confide in stuffed animals about their emotions and struggles. Initially, it feels like a perfect escape from societal expectations and the pressures of dating. However, as Nanamori embraces this introverted haven, Mugito, feeling overwhelmed, suddenly withdraws from the group. Meanwhile, the more grounded club member, Shiraki, begins to question the club's isolationist approach. As the boundaries between fantasy and reality blur, Nanamori must confront the challenges of human connection and the complexities of relationships outside their plush sanctuary.