Island

On a remote island far from the mainland named Urashima, a man washes ashore, with no recollection of his name or homeland. What he does recall, however, is that he is a time traveler with a mission: to save a certain girl from harm. As nightfall arrives, he meets Rinne Ohara, a girl who sings a tune that reminds him of a specific name—Setsuna—and decides to use it as his own.

Knowing another "Setsuna" herself, Rinne takes him to her household as a servant, hoping that he is the same one she remembers. On the other hand, Setsuna continues to learn more about Urashima, desiring to identify his lost past. He comes to know about the island's folklore, its three great families, and the endemic disease that prevents anyone afflicted from stepping out into the daylight.

As the mysteries of his missing memories and Urashima itself unfold, Setsuna must remember his purpose and fulfill his mission as soon as possible. But, as he witnesses the myriad of troubles plaguing the island, Setsuna begins to question—is his temporal displacement merely an effort to change a single girl's fate?

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Ohara, Rinne Main

Tamura, Yukari Japanese

Kurutsu, Karen Main

Asumi, Kana Japanese

Garandou, Sara Main

Yamamura, Hibiku Japanese

Sanzenkai, Setsuna Main

Suzuki, Tatsuhisa Japanese

Ohara, Kuon Supporting

Satou, Rina Japanese

Tandori, Mei Supporting

Nakajima, Yui Japanese

Hatoma, An Supporting

Takayanagi, Tomoyo Japanese

Sunada, Emiri Supporting

Tanaka, Takako Japanese

Kurutsu, Subaru Supporting

Kawanishi, Kengo Japanese

Harisu, Tarou Supporting

Mogi, Takamasa Japanese

Kurosu, Nobuhiko Producer

Shimosato, Satoru Producer

Kobayashi, Kiyotaka Producer

Ebato, Kenji Producer

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Sep 21, 2025

Scanerior

Recommended

An anime series that initially appears to be a "regular summer romance/friendship story", but in the background of each episode it also presents small pieces of a larger story. The second half of the series starts to deal with the story in a big way and we see a rather interesting ending, although I must say that I probably managed to get a little lost and I'm not sure if I completely understood how everything happened, but the core of the story is clear. Overall, it's not an exceptional anime, but I simply enjoyed watching it so much that I give it 9/10.

Reviewer’s Rating: 8

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May 14, 2025

Sensel

Mixed Feelings

Island had all the ingredients for a compelling sci-fi mystery story, love, destiny, and a mysterious wouldn't you guessed it.. island. its promising premise was ruined by awkward pacing and clumsy execution. The story in it self, while still somewhat intriguing, felt slow yet the critical development moments rushed, it makes twists feel unearned. Characters had potential but there was not much depth to them. The art was okay, nothing to write home about. Fans of extremely open mind and patience may still find value here in the emotional sci-fi side of things, but most will likely be frustrated by the wasted potential.

Overall the anime ... isn't that bad, but the wasted potential here is surreal

Reviewer’s Rating: 5

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Dec 23, 2023

crustaces

Not Recommended

This anime adaptation, while trying to mirror its original game, falls significantly short in capturing the game's unique essence. The story, which in the game is rich and immersive, feels rushed and predictable in the anime, lacking the depth and intricacy that fans of the genre would appreciate.

Artistically, the anime's style doesn't quite complement the story. It misses the nuanced visuals that the game presented, making it less engaging. The characters, a vital component of the original game, are not well-rounded in the anime. They lack the complexity, showing neither significant flaws nor strengths, and their reactions to situations feel unrealistic and oversimplified.

For fans of ... the game, this adaptation might be a disappointment due to its lack of fidelity to the source material. However, newcomers to the franchise who have no background in the game might find it somewhat enjoyable, albeit a generic experience. Overall, it's a missed opportunity to showcase the game's rich narrative and character development, making the game itself a better choice for those seeking a more authentic and fulfilling experience.

Reviewer’s Rating: 4

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