On May 29,
Japanese publisher Ichijinsha officially released the 16th and final volume of
the manga WATATEN!: An Angel Flew Down to Me, by Nanatsu Mukunoki, in Japan. To
commemorate the conclusion of this beloved yuri comedy, a touching trailer was
posted on the publisher's official YouTube channel.
A
farewell with the voices that left their mark on fans
The video
includes new recordings by voice actresses Reina Ueda as Miyako Hoshino and
Maria Sashide as Hana Shirosaki, reviving the characters that captivated
audiences both on paper and on screen.
A story
that comes to an end after almost a decade
WATATEN!
was serialized in Comic Yuri Hime magazine from November 2016 to April 2025,
consolidating its position as one of the most beloved titles in the genre. The
animated adaptation, produced by Douga Kobo, aired between January and March
2019, followed by an OVA episode in May 2019 and a film titled WATATEN!: An
Angel Flew Down to Me – Precious Friends in October 2022.
Special
Promotion at Tokyo Stations
As part of
the celebration of the manga's finale, commemorative digital posters were
installed at various Tokyo train stations, including Tokyo Metro Shinjuku and
JR Akihabara, where fans can see the illustrations from the final volume.
Where to
Watch the Anime
Currently,
Crunchyroll offers both the animated series, the OVA, and the film in its
catalog. The story follows Miyako, a shy otaku university student, who is
captivated by the cuteness of Hana-chan, her younger sister's friend. What
follows is a hilarious comedy of awkward moments, tenderness, and friendship.
WATATEN!'s
Farewell! marks the end of an era for fans of yuri and slice-of-life comedy,
leaving a warm and nostalgic impression on its readers.
