Kimi wo Aishita Hitori no Boku e (To Me, The One Who Loved You)

With the divorce of his parents, seven-year-old Koyomi Hidaka makes the important decision to live with his father. As a researcher at the Japanese Institute of Virtual Science, Koyomi's father is involved in the investigation of the phenomenon of parallel worlds. Through his father's job, the young boy meets Shiori Satou, the daughter of another divorced researcher. Soon becoming friends, the two spend much of their childhood together.

As Koyomi and Shiori grow closer together over the years, the two intend to marry in the future. However, their plan comes to a halt when their parents decide to marry each other. Now fated to being step-siblings, the two friends refuse to accept their new reality. Using their parents' research, Koyomi and Shiori escape to a parallel world to start their lives anew together, only to face repercussions that will put the very futures they strove for in danger.

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Adaptation:	Kimi wo Aishita Hitori no Boku e
Other:	Boku ga Aishita Subete no Kimi e

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Satou, Shiori

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Makita, Aju
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Takigawa, Kazune

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Hashimoto, Ai
Japanese

Hidaka, Koyomi

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Miyazawa, Hio
Japanese

Takasaki, Koyomi

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Miyazawa, Hio
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Yamakawa, Takeshi

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Kasai, Kenichi

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Ikeda, Tomomi

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Matsunaga, Masahiko

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"紫苑" by Saucy Dog

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Jan 1, 2024

Kyuped

Recommended

For the full review of both movies, I’ve published it in Boku Ai since I watched that one first. This is just a really short review & small-talk about Kimi Ai ONLY. For full evaluation and more in-depth review visit my Boku Ai review!

"Kimi wo Aishita Hitori no Boku e," the red movie in the parallel worlds saga, offers a compelling exploration of love that defies the constraints of fate and time. In this emotionally charged narrative, the film follows the journey of Koyomi Hidaka and Shiori Satou, childhood friends whose bond evolves into a profound connection that withstands the challenges presented by parallel worlds.

This ... movie should be more to the mystic side of love instead of the Sci-Fi theme - although concepts of Sci-Fi are still the main theme. One of the reasons why it’s more emotional to end with.

Distinguished by its intricate portrayal of love's complexities compared to its counterpart, Kimi Ai portrays one’s love and regrets and the inability to let go. But also shows the determination to fight back for one’s love.

This movie made me learn that:

Some can choose to move on from the past, some are still in the process of doing so, some are unable to let go. Many might be forced by others to move on from the past, but when it's about true love it isn’t that simple. Kimi Ai portrays the inability of letting go side, it shows the determination of one’s love, risking everything, even though fate is against them. One would go against fate and the world if they truly love someone.

Letting go or losing someone isn’t a simple thing for a person to face. We all have or will face it multiple times during our lifetime. The feelings of regret might bring out thoughts of “What if this were to happen…”, “If only…”, “Maybe if…”. These thoughts are completely normal for human beings.

This show really brings out the emotional side compared to Boku Ai (the blue one) & executes it well also. If you watch this one last, you will be amaze on the hidden things Boku Ai didn't 100% show - as it will reveal the majority of things (which should clarify confusions due to watching Boku Ai first).

For Music:
Loved the main OST for this one. In contrast to Keina Suda’s OST on BokuAi, Saucy Dog's composition, "shion," becomes the soul-stirring melody that encapsulates the movie's emotional core. This poignant piece encapsulates the struggles of holding onto love, even in the face of adversity and the relentless passage of time. The song resonates with the film's central theme—the refusal to let go, portraying an emotional journey marked by unwavering determination and a profound commitment to love that transcends the boundaries set by parallel worlds.

While the film has its share of drawbacks (I mentioned in Boku Ai review), including voice acting nuances and pacing (I felt the pacing in this movie is abit too fast compared to its counterpart), these elements do not overshadow the emotional resonance achieved (atleast for me). "Kimi Ai" emerges as a testament to the power of love, demonstrating the indomitable spirit required to hold onto cherished connections. In the rich tapestry of the parallel worlds saga, this movie stands out as a poignant exploration of the complexities of love and the tenacity needed to defy fate for the sake of an enduring and heartfelt connection.

Not everything goes to plan. Regrets are always a thing. Not being able to let go is one aspect of true love. If you truly love someone, you would risk & give everything for them even though you might suffer in the end.

Thanks for reading. Read the full on Boku Ai’s page / find it on my review page!

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Jul 18, 2023

EMS-Kakashi

Mixed Feelings

I like this type of anime where the story unfolds slowly and you get the answers of the questions that you asked while watching. Also this anime is full of hidden clues.So try to remember every seen. Trust me, it will help you to fill the story & to better understand it.
The art style was very good, the character building was on point, the story telling is good. The science explanation was understandable.
Those who love science fiction & love romance anime with cute couple then this is the one.
But you need to watch the 2nd part(prequel) to understand it fully. Don't skip the 1st ...

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Jul 4, 2023

2U62W4N6

Not Recommended

[Excluding the second movie from this review]

The movie demonstrates an overarching issue endemic to the Japanese industry. While it brings forward intricate and distinctive narratives, there is a noticeable lack in proficient storytelling. The show-runner endeavour to entwine romance and emotional depth to invest the audience in a premise that derives its uniqueness from the Sci-Fi element - despite this foundation not being an innovation.

Unfortunately, the movie leans excessively on the combination of these two genres as a mechanism to captivate the audience. It doesn't succeed in independently immersing the viewer through a compelling narrative. The characterisation formula overly relies on emotional catalysts to prompt ...

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'BOKU' FIRST 'KIMI' THEN!!! mufarari - Jun 20, 2023	10 replies	by CarbonMD »» May 8, 1:03 PM
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