As novelist Fuji is returning home in a rainstorm, her attention is caught by something peculiar: an animal resembling a dog asking her to take it in. Although she is reluctant at first, the animal impresses her by handing her an umbrella, resulting in Fuji welcoming the creature into her apartment.
Soon, Fuji realizes that the animal is even smarter than she initially thought, as it begins communicating with her through writing. Whether the two are alone or hanging out with her family and friends, Fuji's new little friend never fails to entertain with its whimsical actions.
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lycoping
This is what I call an "atmospheric anime". There's no action to speak of, no ecchi, no drama, no real plot. This is just a plain slice of life. But it's beautiful. This maybe isn't the most beautiful anime I've ever seen, but it's in the running. The art is fantastic. The main character is drawn beautifully, as a beautiful woman who is beautiful without having massive... female artillery (I got that from "Cultural exchange with a game center girl" and I'm keeping it). She's tall, thin, understatedly lovely, and not any single part of her is designed to cater tothe ecchi crowd. (and the faces are drawn and animated like real faces instead of cat-girls with flat faces and a flappy mouth that doesn't actually move the rest of the face properly, especially in side profile). This might, honestly, be the first anime woman I've seen other than maybe the female MC on ReLife that's actually my type.
And I absolutely love that.
A lot of slice of life anime have a common deficiency. The characters tend to be one dimensional. You get the cute, moe main character, the cute, moe glasses girl, the cute, moe gyaru, the cute, moe ditz. None of the characters in this anime are like that. They are so well written it's almost like they're real people. The voice acting is very understated - which is perfect for this anime.
The "hook" to this anime is a small "dog" (which is actually a tanuki but the ones who pick up on it ain't telling), and the story is basically about the main character Fuji finding the tanuki in a rainstorm and spending the rest of the anime living a quiet and peaceful life with her tanuki. That's all it is. I can't really spoil anything because there's really nothing to spoil. But the best part about this anime is that it's perfectly fine being what it is. It's not trying to be anything it isn't, and for what it is, it's amazingly well done.
As much as I love this, and as highly as I rated it, though, I'm going to call it mixed feelings. Not because I have mixed feelings about it, because I really don't. But more because I can see a particular group of people HATING this anime. If pure slice of life annoys you, if you hate slow paced anime, if you hate a lack of story or drama, if the reason you watch anime is jiggly, floppy flesh that bounces around hyper-realistically attached to high school girls who blush way too much, this anime is not going to be for you. But if you're the type of person who just likes a beautiful anime that really doesn't have, or need, a point beyond a woman and her "dog" interacting in a beautiful way, then you'll love this.
Mixed feelings, but only because you're either gonna love it or hate it. I'm not sure there's a middle ground with this one. It's the former, for me.
MoKurosaki
With You and the Rain is a slice of life made by Lesprit studios, and it's got a lot of charming features about it, making it a very relaxing and peaceful watch. Positives: Voice actor work: Fuji, as the main character, who's a novelist and voiced by Saori Hayami, one of the most iconic VAs out there, shows off her voice range, making Fuji a very laid-back and calm character, which is perfect for this type of anime, and the raccoon-dog she adopted adds a lot of very wholesome and silly moments throughout by its sounds and expressions. Even the side characters like Fuji's neighbour,her twin, friends, and the vet offer a lot of contrast, making the anime more laid back and relaxing than your usual slice of life
Music: The music is very relaxing and gives off a lo-fi vibe, mainly through the Opening and ending themes. It adds to the slice of life elements very well
Story: It's straightforward but extremely refreshing at the same time, as you just slowly vibe to all the characters and the goofy pet that causes tons of lighthearted and funny moments as it gives its reactions through a pen and paper. It's also progressing the relationship between Fuji and the people around her, so it doesn't feel static at all.
Artwork and animation: In my opinion, this anime's biggest up. From the backgrounds to the character designs, everything looks wonderful and charming at the same time. They've used a fair number of first-person shots, making things more interesting.
Overall, it's a genuinely wholesome and relaxing anime perfect for people who enjoy the slice-of-life genre and animal-focused anime.
Eleckis
Another season, another Saori Hayami anime to bless us die-hard fans and welcome more newcomers into the relaxing SoL loop we love and can never have enough of. - So what sets this apart from the other SoL anime and why should you watch this: A "dog" in the form of a tanuki and a very heartwarming, enjoyable and connected to our Fuji side cast to go with it but also the sound and presence of the rain for anyone who likes rain altogether. I was on the "Don't really like rain" team before I started this show. Art/Animation- 9 Lesprit is a not very well known a studiofor taking up SoL series but they have knocked it out of the park with beautiful sceneries and especially the crisp interaction of every rain drop either that is a footstep in the rain, on the umbrellas or the rain altogether.
Sound - 9
As predisposed the sound of the rain, the environment but the Lo-fi like OST 100% of the time all work in tandem to deliver a relaxing and pleasant experience.
The VAs all did a stellar job. Needless to say a calm and serious Saori for any Saori fan is a treat, but what stood out to me was Ella's voice, since seeing a child VA voice an actual child is always welcome to the realistic factor of any anime; and You's voice, which sounded exactly like what you'd expect a "dog" to sound like.
Characters - 8.5
It is quite clear that the author had some personal experience when writing these characters because everyone feels unique and like real people/animals. The cast works very well together with Fuji herself. If anything leaves something to be desired was the latter half of the cast that was realistic yet indifferent and plain.
Overall Ame to Kimi to is highly recommended for all SoL fans and for anyone who just wants to have a break from their hectic daily life and watch a chill day to day experience with the best "dog". What do you know, by the end of it you might like rain more if you disliked it like me or you might as well find yourself already at home from the get-go~
GT3_gamer
As a SOL enjoyer, this is like my ultimate comfort zone. Holy moly, how long have I been waiting for a chill anime like this? I know I have seen a lot in recent seasons. See you Tomorrow at Food Court, Food for the Souls, and NegaPosi, for example. But this! This takes the winner here. There literally isn't any drama/romance, or even comedy in this anime. Okay, I might exaggerate that a little bit. There is comedy, but it's not the main focus of the anime. How did I find this? Anione Asia's line-up of anime for this season. See! These guys are beasts! How many anime dothey have in one season? It's bongkers! I love it!
Appealing (Why did I get into the anime?)
You guys might not know, I have a thing with milf with short hair.
Yeah, there you go. I'm coming clean here. I love Fuji upon looking at how she looks in the anime. I instantly fell in love with her.
Platform
Anione Asia, Animax Korea, Bahamut Taiwan, and Crunchyroll.
The review;
Plot/Story
A middle-aged woman walked down the street and went home. But then on the way there, she met with... A dog? A tanuki? A cat?
Well, the little guy said himself that he is a dog, so I'm just going to trust him.
Yes, you read that correctly! The little guy tells YOU he is a dog by writing it on paper. What a smart dog, ey?
After that initial plot point, the rest is basically Fuji, the middle-aged woman, doing her daily life with the little guy. A bit of comedy here and there. There was even a smidge of drama in the anime—just a smidge, not major. You'll know it when you watch it.
Character
Fantastic! They are all great—Fuji's character toward her college friend, neighbor, and even her elementary school friends.
I love the interaction between them. And I love how the little guy actually turned her life around to be more open, seriously!
Kind of reminded me of Unis from a komik on Webtoon.
OST/SFX
Chill and relaxing.
Love all the songs from the OP, ED, and even the OST in the anime itself.
Two Thumbs Up!
Animation
Going hard for no reason.
Some scenes are just okay, then there are some that just, holy moly. It was breathtaking to look at.
I love it!
VA
Bro, I gotta give it to Anna Mugiho. She is... 🤣🤣🤣
Upon looking at her career, it's no wonder she was chosen to be the little guy. Her entire career was just her mimicking animal noises. I want that job. She is living the dream job here. 🤣🤣🤣
She did an absolutely amazing job.
I'm not saying others were not, but she is the best of all!
The conclusion;
The good
I'm so glad I watched this anime. I'm really loving this so much.
The bad
I haven't seen any of the manga. I hope I didn't get bored when reading it, because SOL manga tends to be boring most of the time. Better to be animated. Even so, sometimes those didn't even hit the nail on the head.
Graditude
Thanks, Anione Asia, for ONCE AGAIN providing this anime to watch for free on YouTube. You guys are the best.
Overall 9/10
Good with the family. Hit the show with some popcorn, and you're enjoying your life. No exaggeration.
Necrozz
Ame to Kimi to is without a doubt my favorite anime of the season. I used to save it to watch on some night of the week, and I’d go through each episode with a smile on my face the whole time, then go to sleep happy. It’s such a light, beautiful, and heartwarming anime to watch — definitely a hidden gem of the season. The me from the past would never have given a chance to something like this. If you ever feel lonely and want some company but don’t quite know how to handle that with people, adopt a pet — it will definitely makeyour days better.
I simply fell in love with Ren 😳
joemaamah
I'll never look at a rainy day quite the same again. I'll be looking for a tanuki! I only gave this a chance because I liked the soft, gentle look of the artwork. Pleasing pastels, with some nice blotches of brightness here and there, made for a nice mix. The background work was very good throughout the season. The animation, for an SoL, was well above average. I thank the producers for not slipping into the cheap shortcuts so many animes of this genre present later in a season. The character designs are well above average. I appreciated Fuji was a young, adult modern woman andall that brings with it. So very well portrayed. You, the tanuki, was really cute. Although the running gag of him being a dog got a bit droll after a while. It never got annoying. The other characters in her life, like her friends and parents, are well portrayed and not entirely 2 dimensional. Everyone relates and reacts at adult levels, not the typical teen cliches. The characters are what makes this series stand above other SoL offeriings.
Like most SoL, there isn't much of a plot. This is almost entirely episodic. Although there are a few running jokes and mini arcs, to loosely tie together episodes. While the individual episodes are hardly earthshattering, they are quite delightful in a gentle, laid back way. Each episode was like watching the depiction of a good haiku. A lot was said with as little as possible.
Can't praise the VA crew enough. I could rave about yet another stellar Hayami Saori performance, but why bother? She's the best of her generation. There is nothing she can't do. The others of the cast were up to snuff, too. I would like to praise the actress that did Fuji's friend, Mimi. I thought her performance was wonderful. It all points to some excellent direction between the VA work, the animation and use of the sound track. I know jazz is not the most popular thing, but the opening theme of this was the best tune since Tank! It gave me a real Girl From Ipamena vibe.
It was a rough day. Work sucked, and a thunderstorm deluged on your head, on the way home. This series will put you back into a proper perspective. It got better as it progressed, so I'll assign it an 88/100 for a solid B+. Weather you need to chill, or get a warm fuzzy, you'll find it here.
Kumoiro_Shizuki
Warm. That's the first word that comes to mind to describe this special little series, which has found a place in my heart over the course of these twelve weeks. Animation: 8 Artistic direction: 10 Visually, With You and the Rain doesn't impress with the fluidity of its animation, but with its delicate and soothing aesthetic. Each shot, almost “Instagrammable,” exudes simplicity and tranquility. The art direction, seemingly classic, actually hides a soft and consistent visual identity that enhances the atmosphere. Atmosphere: 10 Music: 10 This is where the series shines the most. With You and the Rain is an anime to be savored like a hot cup of tea onan autumn evening, curled up under a blanket with a sleeping cat on your lap. The music, discreet but captivating, accompanies this atmosphere of serenity. I remember a melody from episode 12, both simple and moving, which left a lasting impression on me.
Story: 10
Development: 10
I know that many will disagree with me here. But for me, behind a seemingly simple and anecdotal plot, With You and the Rain hides a real treasure: a love letter to those little moments of twilight peace. Those moments when the sunlight gently warms your skin, when the smell of rain soothes you, when everything seems strangely light.
The series is built around small scenes from everyday life between Fuji and You. Nothing spectacular, nothing dramatic. Just two people who are complete opposites, and who, together, find a form of serenity. Fuji, initially cold and distant, gradually reveals a great sensitivity, brought out by You, this expressive and terribly endearing “dog.” Their strange duo manages to move and soothe the soul in a way that only very rare stories are capable of.
With You and the Rain is a series that won't appeal to everyone: some will find it too slow, too minor. But for those who are willing to let themselves be carried away, it offers a gentle, touching, and unforgettable experience.
If you're looking for a story of cuteness, warmth, and gentle rain, look no further. As for me, I'll read the sequel if the opportunity arises, while hoping for a new season. In the meantime, I'm going to miss Fuji and You terribly...
Chuy_diazz
An anime that every pet and relaxation lover must watch. We can easily say it's one of the best of its genre. With such a simple premise—a writer who adopts a tanuki dog—it envelops us in a sense of warmth. The story doesn't have a defined plot; it doesn't aim to go anywhere; it's simply the everyday life of another person who could very well live in our neighborhood. The human-pet relationship presented in the anime is very well crafted. It perfectly reflects what would happen if you were able to communicate with your pet. The questions you would ask and how little by little youwould grow closer to it in a familiar way. Someone you can share secrets with because you know it won't tell anyone else, someone you can be vulnerable with after a long day at work. Adult life isn't easy, but everything is better having a companion on adventures. Speaking of adult life, that's the anime's other important theme, and one it skillfully handles. It's an anime that shows the tedium of adulthood, how sometimes you just want to give up everything and go back to your parents. Despite that, you have to keep working because you have to eat and pay bills. It's not presented from a dramatic perspective, but rather from a more casual perspective. Like a complaint you or I might say on a normal workday.
Ame to Kimi to is an anime that dares to break stereotypes, and it does so better than any anime you can name this season. Small things are appreciated, like the character of Kii Ella Crause. She's a 10-year-old girl, but she's not infantilized; she's curious, energetic, and also intelligent. It's not that Kii is "mature for her age," she's simply well-educated and can understand what adults are saying to her. There are a couple more examples like this. Each character is a world apart, and it becomes interesting to see how these worlds interact.
It was an anime I was loving until we reached the end. The final stretch of the final chapter is an "episode 0." I understand the maneuver of trying to make the anime a kind of infinite loop, but narratively it feels awkward. Once you've seen the end of the story with a beautiful postcard of Fuji and the Tanuki Dog playing in the rain, returning to the beginning of the story is very abrupt. I'm not against episode 0; it's a nice addition, but it wasn't the right place for it. It would have been an excellent addition, had we seen it at the beginning of the anime or even as a kind of flashback. It's not something that takes too many points away from it, but when something is extremely good, any small mistake can be very noticeable.
Give yourself a chance to breathe peace, and while you're at it, watch this anime, which is the perfect complement to any Zen space you have at home.
patkarunungan
This is a great slice of life / iyashikei show this Summer 2025. It's an underrated gem. It's an anime about an introvert made for introverts. (Not really, just that many introverts would probably relate to the main character.) If you like the vibe of Zatsu Tabi, you will like this one. § Overview One rainy day, the novelist Fuji notices an animal with a sign that says it is looking for a new owner. Reluctant at first, she takes it home, and she is pleased that this animal is intelligent, as it can communicate via writing. § Notes1. Let's talk about the studio and staff.
Its studio, Lesprit, is barely a decade old. I haven't seen their other works. Regardless, the visuals of this anime are slightly above average.
⚫ The director is Tsukimisato Tomohiro. His previous works are obscure. The only work I've seen is 'Elemental Gelade', and he only worked there as the key animator for Episode 6.
⚫ The opening is performed by Suzuki Mamiko. This is her first and only credited performance so far, and she starts off great. Even if you don't know the meaning of the lyrics, one word that aptly describes it is cozy.
Sugawara Kei performs the ED, and this is his second credited work. It's about sleep, but it's ironically more energetic than the opening. It seems to be a jazz song.
In both OP and ED, this anime has a distinct drawing style that so many people have identified as 'pop art,' which was associated with commercial works.
Credit must be given to Oowada Ayano, who worked as character designer, chief animation director, and key animator, as well as the art director, Nakamura Norifumi.
⚫ I haven't seen Oowada Ayano's other works, but they include some big titles: animation director for the 2013 Steins; Gate movie; animation director for Episodes 7, 9, and 11 of Psycho-Pass 2.
I've seen two works by art director Nakamura Norifumi: art director for Episodes 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, and 11 of 'I Have a Crush at Work,' which I was not that impressed with, but I was impressed with the original Full Metal Alchemist, for which he worked as art director.
⚫ There are two persons I can credit for the super sound design: 1) Saitou Michiyo, who is responsible for sound effects, and handles diegetick sounds; and 2) Ishizuka Rei, credited with handling musick and probably the one responsible for nondiegetick sounds. The nondiegetick sounds here are superb and give quite a healing vibe.
Saitou Michiyo also did the sound effects for 'I have a crush at work,' 'I'll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History,' and 'Love Is Indivisible by Twins. ' Whilst I don't remember the sounds from these three, I remember the distinct sounds in the other anime he worked on: 'The Girl I Like Forgot Her Glasses.' The sound of the aeroplane in the sky as there is an exciting moment is hilarious.
Saitou-san is also present in the Fall 2025 seasonal, 'This Monster Wants to Eat Me.' He is killing it there.
2. With the technical side covered, let's now talk about the story and other stuff.
The fact that the animal Fuji adopts is somewhat intelligent may strike some as unrealistic. It's quite fantastical, and it's not explicitly explored in the anime why and how her pet is able to do this.
To address possible objections, let us remember what Aristotle said, '[T]he poet should prefer probable impossibilities to improbable possibilities.' (Poetics, ch 24, trans. S. H. Butcher)
Within this anime's story logick, such an impossibility is allowed. Hey, it's cute anyway, and that's the only thing that matters.
3. This animal looks like either a tanuki or a raccoon. He likes to be called a dog, but protests whenever he is called another type of animal. This is one of its peculiarities.
Through this animal, subtle changes in Fuji's behaviour are made possible. She became more patient, even if his cute actions would infuriate a stressed owner.
A good example: as an introvert, Fuji isn't comfortable going to the beach with her friends. It's her alone time. We see that her relationship with the animal has developed when she takes her pet to the beach.
4. Fuji is voiced by Hayami Saori, and as Fuji, I am quite impressed. This is the first time I was wowed by Saori's performance. Her Fuji voice reminds me of how some female newsreaders from the UK use their voice. It's so soothing and fits well with the vibe of this anime.
5. I don't know about you, but I love the rainy season. Not only is it cold, but it is relaxing.
I interpret the rain motif as the purifier of one's soul. After all, in Jungian psychology, water represents the Unconscious.
The rain, the cool colours, and the OST create a relaxing atmosphere that gives a sense of healing.
6. There's no plot to speak of — just vibes. It's also about the people she meets as well as the people she reconnects with.
As such, I don't recommend bingeing this anime. It's better to watch a single episode during the evening.
§ Conclusion
'With You and the Rain' is good, not because of the waifus or similar bullshit. It's good because it serves as a refuge from the busyness and challenges of life.
NOTA BENE: A grade of 7 out of 10 means that I find this anime is very good and two notches above average. I enjoyed watching it.
It is a high score. It's not mid or average, unlike the misconception of some people on this site.
My enjoyment spectrum lies from 4 to 10. If I have scored an anime below 4, I actively dislike it.
