2016年夏アニメ
ReLIFE
トムス・エンタテインメント
青春ヒューマンドラマコメディ
2016年7月〜9月（全13話）
ReLIFE is a TV anime based on the web manga by Yayoiso, serialized on comico, airing for 13 episodes on TOKYO MX, BS11, and other channels from July to September 2016. Directed by Satoru Kosaka, with series composition by Michiko Yokote and Kazuho Hyodo, and produced by TMS Entertainment. Arata Kaizaki, a 27-year-old man who has repeatedly failed job interviews and quit his last company after just three months, meets Ryo Yoake, a staff member of the 'ReLife Research Institute.' As test subject No. 002 in a social rehabilitation experiment, Arata is made to look 17 again through the ReLife drug and spends a year redoing high school. His classmates include the brilliant but socially awkward loner Chizuru Hishiro, among many other distinctive characters. Under the condition that his memories will be erased once the experiment ends, Arata relives his youth alongside classmates far younger than his true age, in this heartfelt human drama.
📝 Highlights
👥 Characters
💫 Foreshadowing & Quotes
❓ FAQ
🌟 Featured Comments
📝 Highlights & Appeal Light spoilers
01① A jobless 27-year-old made young again for the 'ReLife Experiment'
Arata Kaizaki, who has repeatedly failed at job hunting, is made to look 17 again as a test subject in the ReLife Research Institute's rehabilitation experiment.
02② Brilliant but socially awkward heroine Chizuru Hishiro
Arata's relationship with his classmate Chizuru, a brilliant student hopelessly bad at faking a smile, becomes central to his high school life.
03③ The condition that his memories vanish when the experiment ends
The bittersweet rule that Arata's memories will be erased once the year-long experiment ends lends the entire story a poignant tension.
04④ A cast of distinctive classmates
Classmates including Rena Kariu, Kazuomi Ogami, An Onoya, and Honoka Tamarai bring lively color to the story surrounding Arata.
05⑤ Director Satoru Kosaka's vivid coming-of-age ensemble drama
Directed by Satoru Kosaka with series composition by Michiko Yokote and Kazuho Hyodo, the show carefully balances comedy with bittersweet coming-of-age drama.
06⑥ The mentor-student bond with Ryo Yoake of the ReLife Research Institute
The exchanges between Arata and Ryo Yoake — his case worker, who watches over him while attending the same class in the guise of a student — are another highlight.
07⑦ Opening theme 'Button' by PENGUIN RESEARCH
The opening theme 'Button,' performed by PENGUIN RESEARCH, has an energetic momentum that seems to push Arata's fresh start forward.
08⑧ A unique ED gimmick with a different artist every episode
The ending theme follows the concept of 'a mix CD Arata made back in his original high school days,' featuring a different hit song from around the year 2000 performed by a different artist each episode.
💡 Key Points & Predictions Some spoilers
The biggest highlight is how the relationship between Arata and Chizuru evolves, and how they come to terms with the fate of losing their memories once the experiment ends.
🧾 Story So Far Contains spoilers
Arata Kaizaki, a 27-year-old who has repeatedly failed at job hunting and quit his last company after three months, meets Ryo Yoake of the ReLife Research Institute. As test subject No. 002 in a social rehabilitation experiment, Arata is made to look 17 again through the ReLife drug and spends a year redoing high school alongside classmates like Chizuru Hishiro. Under the condition that his memories will be erased once the experiment ends, Arata relives his youth among classmates far younger than his true age.
✅ Recommended Viewing Points
A coming-of-age human drama built around the premise of an adult getting a second chance at high school, blending comedy with bittersweet emotion. Recommended for anyone who also wants to enjoy playful touches like the ever-changing ending theme each episode.
👀 Trivia & Fun Facts
The ending theme followed the novel concept of 'a mix CD Arata made back in his original high school days,' featuring a different hit song from around the year 2000 performed by a different artist each episode. A CD compiling all 12 songs, titled MD2000: ReLIFE Ending Songs, was also released, and the final episode uniquely used the opening theme 'Button' as its ending instead.
Arata Kaizaki CV: Kensho Ono
The protagonist, 27 on the inside and 17 on the outside, who takes part in the ReLife Research Institute's experiment and redoes high school.
Chizuru Hishiro CV: Ai Kayano
Arata's classmate and the story's heroine — a brilliant student who struggles badly with social interaction and faking a smile.
Ryo Yoake CV: Ryohei Kimura
A staff member of the ReLife Research Institute's Kanto branch, who oversees Arata's case while attending the same class disguised as a student.
Rena Kariu CV: Haruka Tomatsu
One of Arata's classmates, whose natural cheerfulness draws her into Arata's high school life.
Kazuomi Ogami CV: Yuma Uchida
One of Arata's classmates, standing out with his own unique presence among the show's colorful cast.
An Onoya CV: Reina Ueda
One of Arata's classmates, becoming involved with Arata's group through their everyday school life.
Honoka Tamarai CV: Himika Akaya
One of Arata's classmates, adding color to the everyday scenes of classroom life.
Akira Inukai CV: Norihiro Sugiyama
One of Arata's classmates, getting caught up in the group's back-and-forth.
Nobunaga Asaji CV: Daisuke Namikawa
One of Arata's classmates, involved throughout the story in the web of relationships within the class.
Shin Amatsu CV: Miyuki Sawashiro
A figure connected to the ReLife Research Institute, adding depth to the story surrounding Arata's experiment.
💫 Unresolved Foreshadowing Contains spoilers
- Whether Arata's memories truly vanish once the experiment ends is the story's central question.
- The real reason behind Chizuru's difficulty with faking a smile is revealed as the story nears its end.
- The Research Institute's own agenda, including Ryo Yoake's role in it, is also worth watching for.
💌 Predicted Viral Quotes for Next Season
"I get to redo high school one more time." — a symbolic line marking Arata's resolve to take part in the experiment.
"I'm just bad at faking a smile." — a memorable line that captures both Chizuru's awkwardness and her sincerity.
"Even if these memories fade, the fact that I was here was real." — a bittersweet line coming to terms with the fate of losing one's memories.
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ReLIFE is a TV anime based on the web manga by Yayoiso, serialized on comico, airing for 13 episodes on TOKYO MX, BS11, and other channels from July to September 2016. Directed by Satoru Kosaka, with…
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