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TV SERIES · Animation / Drama / Comedy

The Dreaming Boy Is a Realist.

6.9 / 1020231 seasons12 episodesEnded

Did Wataru's intentions slip by Aika because she was getting impatient?! This is the start of a romcom revolving around two people who just can't get their feelings across and both think their love is unrequited!

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Season 1.

I Like You. Please Go Out With Me

2023-07-04 · 24m6.8

Wataru Sajo is a self-described ordinary student. He's got a crush on his classmate Aika Natsukawa. He dreams of dating her, but he's also perceived as the "stalker guy."

For You. It's a Spare Triangle Chocolate Pie

2023-07-11 · 24m7.8

Neither of these two can seem to communicate their true feelings! Will Wataru and Aika ever see eye to eye?

Could You Not Call the Summer Uniform, Scanty Clothing?

2023-07-18 · 24m7.8

Aika feels happy she's becoming more acquainted with classmates. On the other hand, she's holding onto feelings of confusion and frustration inside her heart.

Dark Brown? That Kind of Has a Cool Ring to It

2023-07-25 · 24m8.0

Wataru's big sister, Kaede, points out to him that his hair is growing out and it's "grubby." Meanwhile, Aika decides to once again face her own feelings.

Should We Open It? Should We Open It? Should We Look Inside?

2023-08-01 · 24m7.5

Wataru falls ill and collapses in the classroom. Aika harbors feelings that cannot be expressed in words.

End of First Trimester Commemoration Parfait!

2023-08-08 · 24m7.8

Wataru blurts out a weird sound. Meanwhile, Aika discusses her summer break plans with Kei. Aika and Sasaki are appointed to be tour guides for middle schoolers.

You Know, Female College Students are Seriously Amazing.

2023-08-15 · 24m8.0

It’s summer vacation and Wataru goes on a special outing with his older sister. The destination is a beautiful white beach!

Aren't You Way Too Guilty?

2023-08-22 · 24m7.8

Wataru works part-time at a used bookstore and Mina starts working there as a new hire. Mina is timid so Wataru tries to give her guidance.

Coffee. With a Ratio to Milk About 8 to 2. Sugar 1 Teaspoon, Caramel Powder Too, Please.

2023-08-29 · 24m7.8

Wataru finds out the reason why Mina wants to keep her job, no matter what. Meanwhile, Aika meets up with Sasaki, who is getting tough!

Your Leg's Already at T-Minus 5 Seconds Before Blastoff!

2023-09-05 · 24m8.0

Wataru helps out with the school visit tour. He reunites with Rin at school during the summer break. Meanwhile, Aika is lost in thought as she recalls how she met Wataru.

You Smell Like Sweat... You Must've Worked Hard.

2023-09-12 · 24m8.2

For the first time in a while, Aika and Wataru spend some time alone together. Aika works up the courage and offers Wataru a proposal.

Because, You are Where I Belong!

2023-09-19 · 24m7.8

Aika stops by Wataru's part-time job once again to invite him over to her house. Can Wataru and Aika be honest about their respective feelings?

Cast.

Naoya Miyase

Naoya Miyase

Wataru Sajō (voice)

Akiho Suzumoto

Akiho Suzumoto

Aika Natsukawa (voice)

Yumiri Hanamori

Yumiri Hanamori

Kei Ashida (voice)

Mikako Komatsu

Mikako Komatsu

Kaede Sajō (voice)

Kaori Ishihara

Kaori Ishihara

Rin Shinomiya (voice)

Iori Saeki

Iori Saeki

Mina Ichinose (voice)

Minami Kurisaka

Minami Kurisaka

Fūka Sasaki (voice)

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