Get ready for a heartwarming anime experience! The official website for the upcoming television anime adaptation of Kō Nikaido’s “With You and the Rain” (Ame to Kimi to) manga has just dropped a new promotional video, unveiling the theme songs that will accompany this charming tale. Mark your calendars, because “With You and the Rain” is set to premiere on July 5th at 1:30 a.m. JST, airing on TV Asahi and its 23 affiliate channels as part of the “NUMAnimation” programming block. Anime enthusiasts worldwide can also catch it on Crunchyroll as it airs.
Rainy Days and Melodic Ways: Theme Songs Revealed
The promotional video offers a sneak peek at the opening theme song, “Ame to” (Rain and), performed by the talented Mamiko Suzuki. Prepare to be swept away by her enchanting vocals and the song’s uplifting melody, perfectly capturing the anime’s heartwarming essence.
Adding to the emotional depth is the ending theme song, “filled,” brought to life by the soulful voice of Kei Sugawara. This promises to be a touching ballad that lingers in your mind long after each episode concludes.
A Story to Warm Your Heart
“With You and the Rain” tells the story of Fuji, a woman who encounters a peculiar animal during a rainy day. The creature, who insists on being a dog, manages to convince Fuji to take it home. Their life together begins, filled with the everyday joys and quirky moments of companionship.
Kodansha USA Publishing, which releases the manga digitally in English, describes the story: “If it looks like a dog and acts like a dog and insists it’s a dog, it’s…a dog? Probably? She adopted it anyway, and her life with this ‘dog’ will never be boring!”
Meet the Characters and Their Voices
The anime boasts a stellar cast of voice actors, breathing life into the characters we’ll come to adore:
- Saori Hayami as Fuji
- Anna Mugiho as You (Kimi)
- Yuna Kamakura as Mimi
- Satomi Satō as Ren
- Yuzu Yumoto as Kii Ella Krause
- Yōji Ueda as Tatsuo
- Mie Sonozaki as Michiko
- Kikunosuke Toya as Teru
- Yumiri Hanamori as Wako
- Chafūrin as Veterinarian
- Shūhei Sakaguchi as Hiura
- Mitsuho Kambe as Hojo
- Yume Miyamoto as Arata
Production Team
Behind the scenes, a talented team is working to bring “With You and the Rain” to life:
- Director: Tomohiro Tsukimisato ( Kirakira Kirari☆, Bikkuri-Men, Tanuki to Kitsune)
- Series Scripts: Tōko Machida (7th Time Loop: The Villainess Enjoys a Carefree Life, Battle Game in 5 Seconds)
- Character Design: Ayano Ōwada (Bikkuri-Men, How Clumsy you are, Miss Ueno)
- Animation Production: Lesprit
Manga Origins
The original manga, written and illustrated by Kō Nikaido, has been serialized in Kodansha’s Weekly Young Magazine since August 2020. So far, seven tankōbon volumes have been released.
Where to Watch
With You and the Rain will be available on Crunchyroll.
Advanced Screening
For those eager to get a sneak peek, an advanced screening is scheduled for June 29th at United Cinema Minatomirai, with cast members in attendance.
Get Ready to Be Enchanted
“With You and the Rain” promises to be a heartwarming and delightful anime. With its charming story, stellar voice cast, and captivating theme songs, it’s sure to be a highlight of the Summer 2025 anime season. Don’t miss out on this touching tale of companionship and the simple joys of life!
