Rejoice, Kanojo, Okarishimasu Fans: Sumi Takes the Spotlight: Kanojo, Okarishimasu, the beloved manga by Reiji Miyajima, is returning with its highly anticipated third season. Exciting news has been unveiled on the official anime adaptation website, showcasing a captivating promotional image featuring the endearing character, Sumi Sakurasawa. Set your calendars, as the new season is set to premiere on July 7th in Japan.
Rie Takahashi's Enthusiasm: The Story Continues to Unfold
Rie Takahashi, the talented voice actress behind the character, shares her thoughts on the upcoming season: "The story is in motion—it's moving! While the first and second seasons certainly had their fair share of progress, this time, it's truly advancing. The way each character moves forward with purpose adds an intriguing aspect to the narrative. I extend my heartfelt gratitude for your warm support. It brings me great joy that we can welcome the third season in such a fantastic manner, with Sumi gradually assisting Kazuya."
Recap of Season Two and Crunchyroll's Distribution
During the summer months of 2022 (July-September), Kanojo, Okarishimasu aired an exciting second season. The season was made up of twelve episodes, and viewers in the West can watch all the romance and drama on Crunchyroll. The platform is responsible for distributing the series outside of Japan.
The Masterminds Behind the Scenes
Production team
- Under the expert guidance of Kazuomi Koga, known for Rainy Cocoa and Welcome to Rainy Color, as the anime director at TMS Entertainment in collaboration with Studio Comet, the production team is all set to deliver an exceptional viewing experience.
- Mitsutaka Hirota, the brilliant mind behind Anime-Gataris, Nanbaka, and The Prince of Tennis II, is entrusted with scriptwriting and script supervision.
- Meanwhile, Kanna Hirayama, renowned for her work on Yakusoku no Neverland, Sword Art Online: Alicization, and Maou-sama, Retry!, takes charge of character design and animation direction.
- And to enhance the overall atmosphere, HYADAIN, known for One Punch Man, Kuroko no Basket, and Baka to Test to Shoukanjuu, skillfully composes the captivating soundtrack.
Kanojo, Okarishimasu: A Synopsis
Kazuya Kinoshita is a 20-year-old university student. His life takes a sudden turn when his girlfriend, Mami Nanami, ends their relationship. The breakup leaves Kazuya heartbroken and alone. In an attempt to alleviate his pain, Kazuya turns to an online app that offers rental girlfriends. Enter Chizuru Mizuhara, whose incomparable beauty and adorable demeanor manage to captivate Kazuya. However, after reading negative reviews from others who have rented Chizuru's services, Kazuya becomes convinced that her caring personality and warm smile were merely an act, leading him to give her a poor rating.
In a fit of frustration, Chizuru confronts Kazuya about his shameless hypocrisy, revealing her true, temperamental self. However, their one-sided exchange is interrupted when Kazuya discovers that his grandmother has fallen ill. Rushing to the hospital, they find his grandmother already on the road to recovery. Bewildered by Chizuru's presence, Kazuya introduces her as his genuine girlfriend, forcing her to play the part. With Kazuya's heart still tied to Mami, how long can this complex client-rental girlfriend relationship continue?
Don't Miss Out on the Exciting Third Season
Mark your calendars and prepare for the much-anticipated third season of Kanojo, Okarishimasu, featuring Sumi's enchanting character. Immerse yourself in the captivating story as it unfolds, filled with emotional twists and turns.
Stay tuned for more updates as the premiere date approaches!
Source: Comic Natalie
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