The upcoming anime adaptation of Kō Nikaido’s heartwarming manga, With You and the Rain (Ame to Kimi to), has released a teaser trailer showcasing the pivotal first meeting between the protagonist Fuji and the unusual “dog,” Kimi. The anime is scheduled to premiere in July 2025, promising a touching slice-of-life story about companionship and the changing seasons.
What’s the Story of ‘With You and the Rain’?
With You and the Rain is a comedy, slice-of-life manga series written and illustrated by Ko Nikaido. It has been serialized in Kodansha’s Weekly Young Magazine since August 2020. The anime adaptation is being produced by Lesprit.
The story begins on a rainy day when Fuji encounters a peculiar “dog” waiting by the roadside. This isn’t just any dog; it uses a flip board to plead, “Please take me in,” even offering Fuji a folded umbrella. Intrigued by this intelligent and unusual creature, Fuji decides to take it home, marking the start of their charming and slightly eccentric life together.
The series follows their everyday moments – eating together, going on outings, and even having conversations – as they experience the changing seasons. It’s a gentle and heartwarming story about the bond between a young woman and a strange but endearing “dog,” sharing quiet yet precious moments.
The Teaser Trailer: A Glimpse into a Heartwarming Beginning
The teaser trailer released by the anime’s official website focuses on the initial encounter between Fuji and Kimi. It captures the essence of their first meeting, highlighting Kimi’s unusual behavior and Fuji’s intrigued reaction. The trailer offers a sneak peek into the anime’s art style and animation, setting the tone for the heartwarming story to come.
Meet the Characters of ‘With You and the Rain’
The anime features a cast of endearing characters, each contributing to the heartwarming dynamic of the story:
- Fuji (藤): Voiced by Saori Hayami, Fuji is the protagonist, a young woman who encounters and takes in Kimi.
- Kimi (君) / You: Voiced by Anna Mugiho, Kimi is the peculiar “dog” who asks Fuji to take them in.
- Mimi (ミミ): Voiced by Yuna Kamakura, Mimi is another character in the series.
- Ren (レン): Voiced by Satomi Satō, Ren is also part of the main cast.
- Kii Ella Krause (クラウゼ・エラ・希依): Voiced by Yuzu Yumoto.
- Tatsuo: Voiced by Yoji Ueda, Fuji’s father.
- Michiko: Voiced by Mie Sonozaki, Fuji’s mother.
- Teru: Voiced by Kikunosuke Toya, Fuji’s twin brother.
- Wako: Voiced by Yumiri Hanamori, Teru’s wife.
- Veterinarian: Voiced by Chafurin, a veterinarian from the nearby animal clinic.
The Creative Team Behind the Anime
The With You and the Rain anime is brought to life by a talented team:
- Director: Tomohiro Tsukimisato (How clumsy you are, Miss Ueno.)
- Series Composition: Touko Machida (Life Lessons with Uramichi Oniisan)
- Character Design: Ayano Owada (Bikkurimen)
- Animation Studio: Lesprit
Anticipation Builds for July 2025 Premiere
With the release of the teaser trailer, anticipation is growing for the premiere of With You and the Rain in July 2025. The anime will air on TV Asahi and its 23 affiliate channels as part of the “NUMAnimation” programming block. Fans of slice-of-life stories and heartwarming tales of companionship will surely want to mark their calendars for this upcoming anime.
