In recent days, the official media of the anime adaptation of the manga “Go-Toubun no Hanayome” (The Quintessential Quintuplets) has aroused the interest of fans of the franchise. This anticipation was built through a peculiar countdown that kept fans on tenterhooks, who eagerly awaited the revelations that might emerge upon reaching its conclusion.
Among the speculations that were on the minds of fans were the possible arrival of a new sequel or the exploration of alternative “If” stories that could offer different narrative routes capable of satisfying fans of the quintuplets by providing them with a long-awaited “Happy Ending”. All these unknowns fed the expectation of those who were eagerly awaiting the countdown’s outcome.
In Japan, today, January 1, 2024, marks the end of the countdown that the anime “Go-Toubun no Hanayome” began 5 days ago and the official media of the series have unveiled an extraordinary surprise that has generated great excitement among fans: the celebration of its 5th anniversary.
Go-Toubun no Hanayome celebrates 5th anniversary in style
This celebration was accompanied with a promotional video that stars the characters Ichika, Nino, Miku, Yotsuba and itsuki Nakano along with the protagonist Fuutarou Uesugi. Additionally, a dazzling visual image has also been presented that is centered on the quintuplets, which stands out for showing them with a radiant glow of joy perfect for this celebration.
“Go-Toubun no Hanayome“, also known as “The Quintessential Quintuplets” in the West, is a romantic comedy manga created by Negi Haruba. The manga began serialization in Kodansha’s Shuukan Shonen Magazine in August 2017, reaching its end in February 2020. Kodansha Publishing has released a total of 14 compilation volumes, including a special volume numbered 14.5.
The anime adaptation of the manga “Go-Toubun no Hanayome” premiered in Japan on January 10, 2019. This adaptation consisted of 2 seasons, totaling 24 episodes and included a movie titled “Eiga Go-Toubun no Hanayome” and a special episode produced by SHAFT animation studio.
It is important to mention that the first season was produced by the animation studio Tezuka Productions, while the second season underwent a change of studio, being produced by “Bibury Animation Studios“. The series was legally broadcast in Latin America through the Crunchyroll platform, and has an English dubbing.
“Go-Toubun no Hanayome“, also known as “The Quintessential Quintuplets” in the West, chronicles the life of Fuutarou Uesugi, a high school student whose existence is marked by economic hardship and a loneliness brought on by his aloof personality. His daily routine takes an unexpected turn when a conflict with a new student, Itsuki Nakano, over the “right” to a seat in the school canteen, triggers a wave of mutual dislike.
Things get even more complicated when Fuutarou is presented with an opportunity to pay off family debts through a job as a private tutor that offers a salary five times higher than average. However, he discovers that his student is none other than Itsuki, the same girl with whom he had previously quarreled.
But the surprise doesn’t end there. Itsuki turns out to be one of the Nakano quintuplets. Now, in addition to Itsuki, Fuutarou must also tutor her sisters: Miku, Yotsuba, Nino and Ichika. Despite the fact that these girls face the real risk of failing their studies, they show no interest in having a tutor.
Facing these challenges with determination, Fuutarou is determined to overcome the quintuplets’ resistance to their studies, and successfully lead them to graduation, not only for the financial well-being of his family, but also for the personal satisfaction of fulfilling his mission as a tutor.
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