Critics generally enjoyed the episode's shift toward the ensemble cast, though some felt the pacing was slightly disjointed compared to previous entries.
: The episode explores the intense stress Iura’s younger sister, Motoko, faces regarding entrance exams. Iura’s decision to ask Hori for help tutoring her highlights his attentive nature. Horimiya Episode 11
: A lighthearted segment features the boys trying to encourage Yanagi to stop speaking so formally, illustrating how close the group has become. Critics generally enjoyed the episode's shift toward the
: Known at school for being loud and energetic, Iura is revealed to be a responsible, quiet, and fiercely protective older brother at home. Horimiya Episode 11