What is Himawari!?#
Himawari! (also known as ひまわりっ！ or Himawari à l’école des Ninjas) is a blend of adventure, comedy, and romance. The story follows Himawari Hinata, a young girl who transfers to Shinobi Gakuen to fulfill her lifelong dream of becoming the best kunoichi possible—a dream sparked by a ninja who saved her when she was a child.
Upon arriving, she meets Hayato Madenokoji, a new transfer teacher. In a humorous twist, Hayato possesses no ninja skills or traits; he is simply teaching students about normal society to pay off his debts. However, a mystery unfolds when Himawari notices that Hayato bears the same mark on his neck as the mysterious ninja from her past.
If you enjoy stories about ninja schools with a romantic and comedic edge, you can buy the manga to dive deeper into the world of Shinobi Gakuen.
Is the Anime Finished?#
When looking at the anime production, there are two primary entries: the original Himawari! and its sequel, Himawari Too!!. Because the production of these series concluded years ago, the anime run itself is complete.
Whether the anime provides a fully satisfying conclusion or requires you to transition to the source material often depends on your preference for closure. To see if the story concludes the way you hope, we recommend watching the anime on Prime Video (available via Crunchyroll collaboration in some regions).
If you find the anime leaves you wanting more, checking out the original written works is the best way to ensure you have the full story.
Recommended Watch Order#
Navigating the Himawari! series is straightforward. Whether you are a completionist or a casual viewer, the release order is the most logical path. You can refer to the relationship tree below for a visual guide to the sequence.
Release and Completionist Order#
For those who want the full experience, including all extras and sequels, follow this order:
- Himawari! (Originally aired April to July 2006)
- Himawari Too!! (Originally aired January to March 2007)
Source Material Path#
For viewers who do not mind supplementing the animation with reading, we suggest watching both anime series first and then moving to the manga to fill in any gaps or continue the narrative. You can find the manga and light novels here.
Final Tips for Fans#
If you’ve fallen in love with the characters and the world of Himawari!, you might want to pick up some official merchandise to celebrate your favorite kunoichi and her unusual teacher.
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Himawari! • anime • 2006-04-08 to 2006-07-01
└─(sequel)→ Himawari Too!! • anime • 2007-01-06 to 2007-03-31
