Is the Anime Really Finished?#
If you are wondering whether you can get a complete story just by watching the anime, the answer is a bit more complex. The I’m From Japan anime premiered on April 8, 2019. However, based on the publication history of the source material, the manga did not officially end until April 1, 2020.
Because the manga continued for a significant period after the anime’s debut, viewers who only watch the series may find themselves wanting more. To get the full conclusion of the story and see how the journey of Tokio and Japan wraps up, we highly recommend continuing with the source material. You can buy the I’m From Japan manga here to see the complete tale.
What to Expect from I’m From Japan#
I’m From Japan is a comedy that blends school life with a bizarre twist on martial arts. The story follows Tokio Abiko, who leaves his hometown in the Yamagata prefecture to attend school in the bustling metropolis of Tokyo. There, he meets a strange classmate named Japan Hinomoto.
Japan is a master of a highly peculiar martial art known as “Todofu-ken” (the Metro-erritorial Pre-fist-ure Style). This style is unique because it consists of 47 different styles, each themed after one of the 47 prefectures of Japan. If you enjoy absurd humor and a creative take on regional Japanese culture, this is the perfect series for you.
Interested in starting the journey? Watch the anime on Prime Video to experience the chaos of Todofu-ken for yourself.
Recommended Watch and Read Order#
Depending on your preference for how you consume media, there are a few ways to approach this series. As you can see in the relationship tree provided on this page, the manga predates the anime adaptation.
The Release Order#
For those who want to experience the series as it was released to the public:
- I’m From Japan Manga (Started September 15, 2018)
- I’m From Japan Anime (Premiered April 8, 2019)
The Completionist Order#
If you want every single detail and the full story arc, we recommend reading the manga from start to finish first, then watching the anime to see the characters brought to life by the voice cast, including Minami Takayama.
The “Anime-First” Order#
For those who prefer to test the waters with animation before committing to reading:
- Watch the anime on Prime Video.
- Transition to the manga to finish the story after the anime concludes.
If you enjoy the series, you might also want to pick up some collectibles to show your support. You can buy I’m From Japan merchandise here.
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I'm From Japan • manga • 2018-09-15 to 2019-05-27 (serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump)
└─(adaptation)→ I'm From Japan • anime • 2019-04-08
