About Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai

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About

Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai is a 2018 anime TV show that falls under the supernatural, comedy, and romance genres. The series, originally a light novel written by Hajime Kamoshida and illustrated by Keeji Mizoguchi, was adapted into an anime by studio CloverWorks and directed by Soichi Masui. The show follows the story of Sakuta Azusagawa, a high school student who encounters various inexplicable occurrences related to the concept of Puberty Syndrome.

The plot revolves around Sakuta's encounters with several girls who are suffering from the effects of Puberty Syndrome, a phenomenon that leads to supernatural and often bizarre experiences. One of the key characters is Mai Sakurajima, a popular actress known for dressing as a bunny girl. Despite her fame, Mai has become invisible to everyone except Sakuta, who forms a deep connection with her and determines to help her overcome the challenges brought about by Puberty Syndrome.

Making / Production

Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai was animated by CloverWorks, a subsidiary of Aniplex. Soichi Masui directed the series, with Masahiro Yokotani handling the series composition and Satomi Tamura serving as the character designer. The show's script was written by Masahiro Yokotani, while the music was composed by Fox Capture Plan. It premiered in October 2018 and aired for 13 episodes.

Actors

• Sakuta Azusagawa - Voiced by Kaito Ishikawa
• Mai Sakurajima - Voiced by Asami Seto
• Tomoe Koga - Voiced by Yurika Kubo
• Futaba Rio - Voiced by Nao Toyama
• Koga Tomoe - Voiced by Atsumi Tanezaki

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The anime adaptation of Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai covers the first five volumes of the light novel series.
• The series' title draws inspiration from the famous book "The Catcher in the Rye" by J.D. Salinger.
• Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai explores various themes, including mental health, adolescence, and the impact of social perception.

Awards

Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai has received critical acclaim and won several awards, including the Anime of the Year award at the Crunchyroll Anime Awards in 2019. The show's unique blend of supernatural elements, heartfelt storytelling, and relatable characters resonated with audiences and critics alike.

Quotes

• "Public perception doesn't matter to me. I don't care what people think about me." - Sakuta Azusagawa
• "All I wanted to do was to see you, even if it meant appearing indecent." - Mai Sakurajima
• "No matter how many times I'm reborn, I'll keep falling in love with you, Senpai." - Shoko Makinohara

Music

• Opening Theme: "Kimi no Sei" by the peggies
• Ending Theme: "Fukashigi no Carte" by ASCA