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My Deer Friend Nokotan: The Must-Watch Anime of the Summer!
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Can you believe it? đ The anime world is buzzing with excitement â and so should you! Why, you ask? Because My Deer Friend Nokotan is galloping onto your favorite streaming platforms this July 7! Buckle up, anime pals, because we’re diving nose-first into a world where antlers and high school drama collide in the most delightful ways.
Hold Onto Your Hats â Or Should We Say Antlers?
Streaming on Crunchyroll, Amazon Prime Video, ADN, and Anime Onegai (and even more places across 140 countries!), My Deer Friend Nokotan brings Oshioshio’s whimsical manga to life. That’s right! Whether you’re in Tokyo or Timbuktu, you can tune in with Japanese audio and subtitles in a dozen languages, including English, Spanish, and even Thai. đâ¨
Where to Catch the Magic
- Crunchyroll
- Amazon Prime Video
- ADN
- Anime Onegai
- And many more in over 140 countries and territories!
Starting July 7 (mark your calendars, deer friends!), be ready to jump into this charming, quirky world. But if you’re in Japan, lucky you! ABEMA rolls the red carpet for Nokotan and friends on July 3.
Meet the Stars of the Show
Who exactly is bringing these antlered adventures to life? Here’s the dazzling cast:
- Megumi Han as Noko “Nokotan” Shikanoko
- Saki Fujita as Torako “Koshitan” Koshi
- Rui Tanabe as Anko Koshi
- FĹŤka Izumi as Meme Bashame
- Yurika Kubo as Neko Nekoyamada
- Rio Tsuchiya as Kinu TanukikĹji
- Chinatsu Akasaki as Chiharu Tsubameya
- And the incomparable KĹsuke Toriumi as the narrator.
Imagine this dream team, headed by Masahiko Ohta of Minami-ke and Gabriel DropOut fame (yes, the same genius!) directing at Wit Studio. With Takashi Aoshima writing and supervising the scripts and Yasuhiro Misawa dropping those earworm-worthy tunes, this anime promises to be a sensory feast.
What’s the Buzz About?
Letâs talk about what really matters â the plot! đ Nokotan’s world is one of intrigue and hilarity. Meet Torako Koshi, your perfect student who harbors a not-so-perfect past. Her secret life is sniffed out by the doe-eyed transfer student Nokotan â who also happens to have antlers and a keen deer nose! Whether it’s navigating high school hallways or dodging zoo antics, these characters offer a blend of comedy, mystery, and wholesome chaos that is utterly irresistible.
Fun Fact: Did Someone Say Theme Songs?
Yes, we did! đŁ Get ready to jam with Shikairo Days (Deer-Colored Days) and Shika-senbei no Uta (The Deer Food Song), both performed by the main cast. These tracks are bound to be your new earworms, offering the perfect backdrop to this whimsical world.
Listen to the Magic
- Opening Theme: Shikairo Days
- Ending Theme: Shika-senbei no Uta
Manga Lovers, Rejoice!
For manga aficionados, Oshioshioâs creation first trotted into our lives through Kodansha’s Shonen Magazine Edge in 2019. Since then, it’s leaped over to the Magazine Pocket app in late 2023. If youâre craving more of this heartfelt chaos, grab the volumes from Seven Seas Entertainment. They’ve already released four volumes, with the fifth one hot off the press!
So, Whatâs Next?
Exploring My Deer Friend Nokotan is not only about enjoying the show or reading the mangaâitâs about diving deep into a world where the ordinary transforms into the extraordinary. Whether youâre cosplaying Nokotan herself or just vibing with the opening theme, the adventure doesnât stop at the screen.
Quick Tips for Maximum Enjoyment:
- Binge-watch with friends: Share the laughs and plot twists.
- Cosplay: Check out Tokyo-Cosplay.com for Nokotan-inspired outfits.
- Join forums for fan theories and discussions (hint: thereâs always more fun when shared!).
And Finally…
Keep those deer eyes peeled for July 7. Whether youâre a seasoned otaku or a newbie, this anime promises a wild ride. Visit Tokyo-Cosplay.com for all things Nokotan, from the latest merch to cosplay tips. Stay tuned, stay geeky, and never let your antlers down! đŚâ¨