Kimi wa Houkago Insomnia

High schooler Ganta Nakami has trouble falling asleep most nights. As a result, he is irritable at school, always searching for an opportunity to find a secluded place to doze off. On the other hand, Isaki Magari is a free spirit who is well liked by her friends, but no one is aware of her sleep disorder. She makes use of the school's abandoned astronomy club observatory as her secret sleeping bunker when she needs to get some shut-eye.

As fate would have it, Nakami finds Magari napping in the observatory. When Magari discovers that she and Nakami have something in common, she offers to share her secret sleeping spot with her fellow insomniac. As the two find warmth in each other's company, the struggles they face start to become easier to confront.

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Magari, Isaki Main

Tamura, Konomi Japanese

Nakami, Ganta Main

Satou, Gen Japanese

Shiromaru, Yui Supporting

Tomatsu, Haruka Japanese

Kurashiki, Usako Supporting

Noto, Mamiko Japanese

Ukegawa, Tao Supporting

Yamashita, Seiichirou Japanese

Kanikawa, Motoko Supporting

Lynn Japanese

Anamizu, Kanami Supporting

Fujiwara, Natsumi Japanese

Magari, Haya Supporting

Amamiya, Sora Japanese

Nono, Mina Supporting

Morohoshi, Sumire Japanese

Haida, Rui Supporting

Karino, Shou Japanese

Kashimura, Emi Producer

Sasaki, Reiko Producer

Nagai, Chiharu Producer

Nishikawa, Kyouhei Producer

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Apr 21, 2024

adrianwhy

Recommended

Kimi wa Houkago Insomnia is a poignant anime that delves into the complex inner lives of two high school insomniacs, Nakami and Isaki, through their shared late-night encounters in a deserted school observatory.

While some viewers might dismiss this anime as boring or monotonous, I believe such opinions stem from a misinterpretation of its thematic depth. The series excels in its grounded, realistic portrayal of adolescent struggles, exploring personal trauma and the emotional battles each character faces.

The relationship between Isaki and Nakami is exquisitely crafted. As they find solace in each other's company, their mutual encouragement helps them confront and overcome their traumas, fostering a profound ... respect and burgeoning love. This dynamic is a testament to the show's sophisticated narrative, avoiding common anime clichés of teen romance.

Cinematographically, the anime shines with its careful use of motion and angles that poignantly capture the nuanced emotional states—be it melancholy, loneliness, joy, anxiety, or sadness. The opening and ending themes, performed by Aiko and Homecomings respectively, beautifully complement the mood and themes, enhancing the overall emotional resonance of the series.

In my view, "Kimi wa Houkago Insomnia" approaches a masterclass in romance anime. It is well-written, thoughtfully produced, and free from the usual unrealistic tropes found in many teen romance stories. I give it a solid 10 out of 10—an essential watch for anyone who appreciates deep, realistic character exploration and subtle storytelling.

Reviewer’s Rating: 10

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Oct 21, 2023

Rian_Rahmat

Mixed Feelings

At first it was a little doubtful because the quality was bad, but it turned out that was only part of the fairy tale, whereas the main story was really good.

For the beginning, the story of this anime is quite good and the relationship between them really makes me want to fall in love too.
But it's a shame that episode 6 onwards starts to get boring, the storyline is filled with things that I don't really like, like telling about the past, telling about cultural festivals and so on, while their intimate relationship is increasingly disappearing in my opinion.

Another drawback is that many scenes ... are filled with motionless images, and I was forced to watch them by speeding up and skipping the motionless images.

It's a shame that I can't say that this anime is recommended, because the story is only good at the beginning and not good until the end.

Reviewer’s Rating: 7

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Mar 25, 2024

Tiago_Vaz_007

Not Recommended

Funny

Well-written

Watching just one or two episodes, one may not realize how monotonous it can be, especially due to the quality of the characters and their relationships. However, the problem arises when watching more episodes, as the work seems to lose its momentum and offer nothing new.

There is a lack of elements to hold the viewer's attention and encourage them to watch the next episode, making the narrative somewhat monotonous. Although it didn't bother me directly while watching, sometimes it feels like we already know everything that will happen. Although it avoids clichés, the absence of cliffhangers at the end of episodes could make a difference. ... The true cause of this problem in this work, which has its merits but is also tiring in some aspects, is not clear.

I believe it would have been a better experience if I had watched it dubbed. For this particular anime, I also recommend watching several episodes at once, which makes it less exhausting than watching weekly. It's regrettable, as it's such a beautiful work in so many ways.

Reviewer’s Rating: 6

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	English Dub??? ANIk_003 - May 14	16 replies	by MrBoomTop10Anime »» May 20, 4:00 AM
	Poll: Kimi wa Houkago Insomnia Episode 6 Discussion ( 1 2 3 ) KANLen09 - May 15, 2023	104 replies	by winsonkeren »» May 3, 8:12 AM
	So… still nothing about season 2? A-lil-weeb-dog - Feb 8	17 replies	by saketsahu »» Apr 26, 2:26 AM
	Anyone else want to try out astrophotography after watching this? D-A-W - Apr 13	1 replies	by kartik111 »» Apr 24, 11:24 AM
	Poll: Kimi wa Houkago Insomnia Episode 11 Discussion ( 1 2 3 ) KANLen09 - Jun 19, 2023	147 replies	by D-A-W »» Apr 12, 12:12 PM