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Reclusive novelist Koudai Makio has always preferred the company of books—but when her sister and brother-in-law pass away, Makio unexpectedly becomes the guardian of her 15-year-old…

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At-a-glance commitment

Format

Anime series

Length

13 episodes

Typical session

25 min per episode

Total commitment

5 hr 25 min total

Release status

Finished

Synopsis

Reclusive novelist Koudai Makio has always preferred the company of books—but when her sister and brother-in-law pass away, Makio unexpectedly becomes the guardian of her 15-year-old niece, Takumi Asa. As they navigate grief, clashing personalities, and the challenges of living together, the two slowly open their hearts to each other, discovering warmth, understanding, and the meaning of family. Note: The first two episodes received an early screening at a special event on 2 December 2025 at Grand Cinema Sunshine Ikebukuro in Tokyo. The regular TV broadcast started on 4 January 2026.