The upcoming TV anime adaptation of Chihiro Yuzuki’s popular shojo manga, “With You, Our Love Will Make It Through” (Kimi to Koete Koi ni Naru), has unveiled its first teaser trailer, generating considerable excitement among fans. Along with the trailer, the official anime website and accounts released a character visual and details about the production staff and additional cast members. The anime is slated for release in Fall 2025.
Anime Adaptation Set for Fall 2025 Premiere
The anime adaptation of “With You, Our Love Will Make It Through” was officially announced on January 15, 2025, and is scheduled to premiere in Q4 2025. This highly anticipated series is based on the manga by Chihiro Yuzuki, which has been serialized on Shueisha’s Manga Mee service since May 2019.
Manga’s Success and Popularity
The “With You, Our Love Will Make It Through” manga has garnered significant popularity, boasting a total circulation of 1.2 million copies and 53 million PVs on Manga Mee as of December 2024. Seven tankobon volumes have already been released in Japan, with the eighth volume expected to be released on January 23, 2025. Yen Press has licensed the manga’s English edition, with the first volume released in December 2024.
Teaser Trailer and Visuals Released
The release of the teaser trailer and character visual has provided fans with a sneak peek into the anime’s art style and animation quality. The trailer offers a glimpse of the series’ world, characters, and the central romance between the human protagonist, Mari Asaka, and the beastfolk, Tsunagu Hidaka.
Synopsis: A Coming-of-Age Love Story
“With You, Our Love Will Make It Through” is a fantastical coming-of-age love story set in a town where beastfolk and humans coexist. The story follows Mari Asaka, a high school student who is surprised when Tsunagu Hidaka, a beastfolk, transfers to her class. As they spend time together, Mari finds herself drawn to Tsunagu’s gentle and pure nature.
Key Staff Members
The anime adaptation is being directed by Shin Itagaki, known for his work on “So I’m a Spider, So What?”, who also serves as the series composer. Hiromi Kimura (I Got a Cheat Skill in Another World and Became Unrivaled in The Real World, Too) is co-directing the series and handling character design.
Additional Staff
- Art Director: Masakazu Miyake
- Color Designer: Miyuki Kowatta
- Director of Photography: Arimasa Omi
- Editor: Haruka Nunokawa
- Sound Directors: Shin Itagaki, Ryosuke Naya
- Music Composer: Akiyoshi Yasuda (Osamake: Romcom Where The Childhood Friend Won’t Lose)
- Animation Production: Millepensee
Cast Details
The main characters are voiced by:
- Mari Asaka: Manaka Iwami
- Tsunagu Hidaka: Takuya Eguchi
Kōtarō Nishiyama has joined the cast as Yukihiro Aida.
Voice Actor Comments
- Manaka Iwami (Mari Asaka): “When I read the original story, I was fascinated by the idea of a romance between a beastfolk and a human. The character I voice, Mari, is a very straightforward and kind girl. The relationship between the two of them, and of course the characters around them, is really fascinating and I hope you look forward to it! I’m also excited to see how the anime will turn out! Thank you for your continued support!”
- Takuya Eguchi (Tsunagu Hidaka): “In the worldview of this work, being a beastfolk is a difficult position to be in. I tried to express the various emotions that the beastfolk Tsunagu carries. I hope you enjoy it.”
Themes and Genre
“With You, Our Love Will Make It Through” explores themes of coming-of-age, drama, and romance within a shojo framework. The series delves into the challenges and prejudices faced by beastfolk in a world where they coexist with humans, adding a layer of social commentary to the central romance.
Beastfolk and Human Coexistence
The series presents a world where beastfolk and humans coexist, but prejudice and social barriers remain. The relationship between Mari and Tsunagu challenges these prejudices and explores the possibility of love transcending societal divides.
Where to Watch
Global streaming partners for the anime will be announced later.
The “With You, Our Love Will Make It Through” anime promises to be a heartwarming and visually stunning adaptation of the beloved manga. With its talented staff, captivating story, and relatable characters, this series is poised to become a must-watch for fans of shojo romance and fantasy anime.
