On Wednesday, April 3, 2024, fans of “Kimi ni Todoke” received exciting news as the official website for the beloved television anime series confirmed the release date for its highly anticipated third season.
Set for August 2024, the new season will be available for streaming globally on Netflix, marking a significant milestone for international fans.
Accompanying the release date announcement, the series revealed a brand new promotional video and matching key visual, sparking anticipation among viewers.
Clocking in at roughly 90 seconds, the promotional video provides a peek into the upcoming season, focusing on the central cast and teasing the developments to come.
However, the absence of English subtitles in the current trailer poses a challenge for non-Japanese speakers seeking full comprehension.
“Kimi ni Todoke” season 3 continues the story of the official television anime adaptation, based on the original manga series by author and illustrator Karuho Shiina.
Debuting in Shueisha’s Bessatsu Margaret magazine in December 2005, the manga amazed shojo demographic readers until its end in November 2017.
With a total of 123 chapters compiled into 30 volumes, the manga’s enduring popularity paved the way for its successful transition to the small screen.
The Return of ‘Kimi ni Todoke’ After Over a Decade
The news of “Kimi ni Todoke” season 3 holds special significance as the series returns to the airwaves after over a decade, with its last episode airing in March 2011. This long-awaited continuation brings joy to fans who have eagerly awaited the next chapter in Sawako and Kazehaya’s story.
Adding to the excitement, Mamiko Noto and Daisuke Namikawa will reprise their lead voice roles as Sawako Kuronuma and Shota Kazehaya, respectively, ensuring continuity and familiarity for fans.
Additionally, new cast members join the ensemble, including Miyuki Sawashiro as Ayane Yano, Yuko Sanpei as Chizuru Yoshida, Yuichi Nakamura as Ryu Sanada, Mamoru Miyano as Kento Miura, Yuki Ono as Kazuhichi Arai (Pin), and Aya Hirano as Ume Kurumizawa.
Under the direction of Kenichi Matsuzawa at Production I.G studios, known for their exceptional animation work, the series is in capable hands.
Tomoko Konparu, returning from the first two seasons, oversees the series scripts and collaborates with Michiki Yokote on writing duties. The musicians of S.E.N.S. Project are also back to compose the amazing music for the anime series.
Currently, Netflix offers both the first and second seasons of “Kimi ni Todoke” for streaming in Japanese with English subtitles, as well as with a newly added English dub, allowing fans to relive the magic or discover it for the first time.
The series revolves around protagonist Sawako Kuronuma, affectionately nicknamed Sadako by her peers due to her resemblance to the gloomy character from “The Ring” movies.
Despite this initial misunderstanding, Sawako’s life takes a positive turn when she crosses paths with the popular and outgoing Shota Kazehaya. Their blossoming friendship evolves into a heartwarming romance, amazing the hearts of viewers along the way.