by It has been announced that the TV anime “You and the Rain” will be broadcast on the “NUMAnimation” slot on 24 TV Asahi affiliates nationwide and on BS Asahi from July 2025.
In addition, it has been announced that additional cast members Anna Mugiho, Youji Ueda, Mie Sonozaki, Kikunosuke Toya, Yumiri Hanamori, and Chafurin will appear, and comments have been received. It has also been revealed that a special stage will be held at the NBCUniversal Entertainment booth at “AnimeJapan 2025” on March 23.
“Ame to Kimi to” is a TV anime based on the soothing manga serialized in “Weekly Young Magazine” by Yuki Nikaido, which has sold over 500,000 copies. The story begins when the protagonist, Fuji, meets a slightly unusual “dog” on his way home soaking wet.
The dog uses a flip to appeal to Fuji to “pick me up” and offers him a folding umbrella. But this dog is more than just strange…? Fuji spends his days eating, going out, chatting (?) with his slightly odd companion, and feeling the four seasons on an ordinary day.
The story depicts a loving life of a man and a dog, with a heartwarming and precious “just a little more.” This work has been announced to start airing on the “NUMAnimation” slot on 24 TV Asahi affiliates nationwide and on BS Asahi from July 2025. In addition, additional cast information has been announced, following Hayami Saori as Fuji, Kamakura Arina as Mimi, Sato Satomi as Ren, and Yumoto Yuzu as Nozomi. Anna Mugiho will play the role of Kimi, the dog (?) that Fuji picks up, the other main character of the work.
In addition, Ueda Yoji will play Fuji’s father, Tatsuo; Sonozaki Mie will play Fuji’s mother, Michiko; Toya Kikunosuke will play Fuji’s twin brother, Teru, Hanamori Yumiri will play Teru’s wife, Wako, and Chafurin will play the doctor/veterinarian at the animal hospital near Fuji’s house. Comments have also been received from each cast member.
It has also been revealed that a unique stage for this work will be held at the NBC Universal Entertainment booth at “AnimeJapan 2025” from 2:00 p.m. on March 23. Hayami Saori, Mugiho Anna, Kamakura Arina, Sato Satomi, and Yumoto Yuzu are scheduled to appear. Exhibitions and novelty items will be handed out at the venue, and the special stage will be streamed for free, so fans should definitely check it out.
The TV anime “Ame to Kimi to” will be broadcast on the “NUMAnimation” slot on 24 TV Asahi affiliated stations nationwide and on BS Asahi from July 2025. We look forward to further updates. Anna Mugiho, who plays Kimi (Kimi), gives the impression of a quiet creature. I have an image of a tranquil presence and movement.
I came across the original work and read it by chance before I was approached, and I even thought, “I hope you don’t have a voice if it becomes an anime…!” In my quiet life with Fuji, I’m sure Fuji would be able to hear your breathing, so I’m thoroughly dubbing each episode to be close to you.
The world of “You and the Rain” is detailed, delicate, cute, and somehow cold but kind. It’s a work that makes you feel like even the parts of yourself that you can’t even look at have been given a place to belong. Please look forward to the anime version of “You and the Rain”! Tatsuo: Yoji Ueda To express the unique atmosphere of the original work in an anime format, the cast and staff worked delicately and carefully on the breathing and small nuances, and I felt a sense of accomplishment even during the recording. Meanwhile, the father’s part sometimes requires bold expression, and I enjoy playing that range.
This is a work where not only the images but also the sounds are vital. I look forward to seeing how the completed work will reach everyone’s hearts. Michiko: Mie Sonozaki, A new life with a strange dog… No, a dog that suddenly appeared on a short-sentence SNS with a different name from now.
The exchanges between the seemingly extraordinary animal (?) and the person are unexpectedly delicate, and amid our hectic daily lives, I secretly looked forward to it. I will play Fuji’s mother, a family member who adds extra spice to “you” and “her daily life.”I hope I can add some color to your leisurely time… please look forward to it. Teru’s role: Kikunosuke Toya The warm atmosphere of the original work can be felt in the anime, and I participated in the dubbing with a smile.
This is true in the animation and in everyone’s acting, including Hayami and Mugiho, which is warm and healing. I love this work, so I would happily add some color to it as one of the cast members. Please look forward to the anime broadcast! Wako’s role: Yumiri Hanamori I’m Yumiri Hanamori, who will be playing Wako. Wako and Teru are newlyweds, but Wako has another family member in her belly…! Happiness, kindness, and a little anxiety. I will do my best to make this a lovely work like a rainy day. I appreciate your support! Veterinarian: ChafurinIt’s a very gentle world… I’m sure you’ll love rainy days too.
This is a story about a slightly unusual “you” that we meet in our everyday lives, and I played the even more unusual veterinary doctor. Of course, I’ve come to love rainy days too. (laughs) [TV anime “Rain and You” Special Stage Overview] Date and time: Sunday, March 23, 14:00~ Cast: Hayami Saori (role of Fuji), Mugiho Anna (role of You), Kamakura Arina (role of Mimi), Sato Satomi (role of Ren), Yumoto Yuzu (role of Nozomi), MC Kubota Naoko (TV Asahi announcer) Location: AnimeJapan 2025 NBC Universal Entertainment Booth (East Hall 6 J14) Free streaming on ABEMA and YouTube “NBCUniversal Anime/Music”! ABEMA (Anime SPECIAL Channel) YouTube *Archive distribution period: 17:00 on Sunday, March 23 to 23:59 on Monday, March 31 *Performers may change without notice.
[TV Anime “Rain and You” Exhibition Information] 1) At the NBCUniversal Entertainment booth “Fuji,” an exhibition will be set up that depicts the scene where the dog (?) “You” is picked up! The exhibition will also feature vinyl umbrellas with illustrations of the original author, Nikaido Yuki, and director Tsukimisato Tomohiro! Date and time: 9:00-17:00, Saturday, March 22 and Sunday, March 23 (last entry at 16:30) Location: AnimeJapan 2025 NBCUniversal Entertainment Booth (East Hall 6 J14) Distribution of “Rain” and You (candy) for free! Those who visit the TV Anime “Rain and You” corner of the NBCUniversal Entertainment booth will receive a candy with a picture of “You”! *Distribution will end when stock runs out) TV Asahi Booth teaser visuals will be displayed on a large wall! There will also be an autographed colored paper with a handwritten message from Saori Hayami, who plays Fuji! Date and time: March 22 (Sat) and 23rd (Sun) 9:00-17:00 (last entry at 16:(Available until March 30) Location: TV Asahi booth at AnimeJapan 2025 (East Hall 2 A29) Handouts A clear file listing TV Asahi’s upcoming 2025 broadcasts will be given away as a gift! TV anime “Ame to Kimi to” production information [Broadcast information] Broadcast begins in July 2025 on the “NUMAnimation” slot on 24 TV Asahi affiliated stations nationwide and on BS Asahi! [STAFF & CAST]
Staff Original work: Nikaido Yuki (serialized in Kodansha’s “Weekly Young Magazine”) Director: Tsukimisato Tomohiro Series composition: Machida Doko Character design: Owada Ayano Animation production: Respri
Cast Fuji: Saori Hayami Kimi: Anna Mugiho Mimi: Arina Kamakura Ren: Satomi Sato Kiyori: Yuzuko Yumoto Tatsuo: Yoji Ueda Michiko: Mie Sonozaki Teru: Kikunosuke Toya Wako: Yumiri Hanamori Veterinarian: Chafurin (C) Yuki Nikaido, Kodansha / Rain and You Production Committee (C) Yuki Nikaido, Kodansha
