The anime adaptation of Orange, a manga by Ichigo Takano, has a release date set to thrill fans: it premieres in Japan on July 3rd. The confirmation came via the production's official website, which also revealed new details about the series.
Previously, Orange adaptation live-action and appearing among the five most recommended manga in 2015 by the Zenkoku Shotenin ga Eranda Osusume Comic. This recognition, incidentally, placed the work ahead of titles such as Handa-kun and The Heroic Legend of Arslan.
Orange anime – A letter from the future changes everything
The plot revolves around Naho Takamiya, a high school student who unexpectedly receives a mysterious letter written by herself, from ten years in the future. The message warns of events that will lead to the loss of Kakeru, a new student who quickly becomes important to her.
While trying to understand the situation, Naho finds herself facing difficult decisions. After all, each of her choices could alter the fate of someone she barely knows, but already feels she needs to protect. This premise, although involving supernatural elements, focuses primarily on human bonds and the consequences of youthful decisions.
Orange and his sensitive reflection on time
Orange is primarily about regrets, friendship, and growing up. The narrative stands out for exploring the emotional impact of everyday, yet significant, situations that everyone experiences in high school. Thus, the episodes promise to touch the audience's hearts with moments of deep identification.
As long as the anime maintains the sensitivity of the manga, the production has everything it takes to become one of the highlights of the summer season. Eventually, it will be impossible to watch without reflecting on our own choices.
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See the synopsis for Orange:
"What can I do now to avoid a future without Kakeru?" In the spring of my second year of high school, I received a letter from "myself," 10 years in the future. It urged my 16-year-old self to take action so that I wouldn't have the same regrets…
Source: OtakuPT