Kimi Ni Todoke: From Me to You (2009)

About Kimi Ni Todoke: From Me to You

Kimi Ni Todoke: From Me to You is a Japanese anime television series that aired from 2009. The show is based on the manga written by Karuho Shiina. It revolves around a misunderstood high school student named Sawako Kuronuma, whose resemblance to the ghost girl from 'The Ring' earns her the unwanted nickname of Sadako. While she is feared and misunderstood because of her appearance, her life completely changes when she meets her handsome and popular classmate Shota Kazehaya.

Making / Production

The series is produced by Production I.G and Nippon Television. It is directed by Hiro Kaburagi, with scripts written by Tomoko Konparu. Takeshi Inomata designed the characters and S.E.N.S. composed the music for the series.

Actors

• Mamiko Noto as Sawako Kuronuma: She delivered an excellent performance, beautifully expressing Sawako's innocence and determination.
• Daisuke Namikawa as Shota Kazehaya: Namikawa captured the charm and kindness of Kazehaya, making him an endearing character.
• Miyuki Sawashiro as Ayane Yano: She gave a strong performance as Sawako's friend, Ayane.
• Yuko Sanpei as Chizuru Yoshida: Sanpei’s performance as Chizuru was heartfelt and captivating.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The title 'Kimi Ni Todoke' literally translates to 'Reaching You'.
• There were two seasons of the anime, with 25 and 12 episodes, respectively.
• The manga series upon which the anime was based has sold over 23 million copies in Japan alone.

Awards

In 2008, the manga won the Best Shōjo Manga award in the 32nd Annual Kodansha Manga Awards.

Quotes

• "The more you like yourself, the less you are like anyone else, which makes you unique." - Sawako Kuronuma
• "If you aren't true to yourself, there's no way you can start liking yourself." - Shota Kazehaya
• "You don't need a reason to fall in love." - Chizuru Yoshida

Music, Soundtrack

• "Kimi ni Todoke" by Tanizawa Tomofumi was the opening theme for Season 1.
• "Sawakaze" by Tomofumi Tanizawa was the Season 2 opening theme.
• "Kataomoi" by Chara and "Sawakaze" by S.E.N.S. were the ending themes for the first and second seasons, respectively.