Is the Anime Finished?#
If you are wondering whether the Kiss Him, Not Me anime provides a complete experience, it is important to look at the timeline of the source material. While the anime adaptation was released in 2016, official news reports confirm that the original manga did not conclude until February 2018.
Because the manga continued for some time after the anime’s release, those seeking a fully satisfying and definitive conclusion to the story will likely need to continue with the source material. You can buy the manga here to see how Kae’s journey truly ends.
What is Kiss Him, Not Me About?#
Kiss Him, Not Me is a romantic comedy that centers on Kae Serinuma, a dedicated fujoshi. After the shock of a favorite character’s death leads to unexpected weight loss, Kae returns to school as a transformed version of herself. Suddenly, she finds herself the object of affection for four attractive boys. However, there is a catch: Kae isn’t interested in dating them herself—she would much rather see the boys fall in love with each other.
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Who is This Series For?#
This series is best suited for viewers who enjoy lighthearted comedies and romance with a twist. Because it deals heavily with fujoshi culture and themes of yaoi, it appeals specifically to fans of romantic comedies that play with genre tropes and character archetypes. Its main appeal lies in the humorous tension between the boys’ pursuit of Kae and her own desire to see them in a romantic relationship with one another.
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Recommended Watch and Read Order#
To help you navigate the different versions of this story, we have outlined the best paths for consumption. You can refer to the relationship tree on this page for a visual representation of how these works connect.
Release Order#
For those who want to experience the series as it was released to the general public:
- Kiss Him, Not Me (Anime): Released in 2016. You can watch the anime on Prime Video.
- Kiss Him, Not Me (Manga): Read the remaining chapters following the anime’s run (the manga ended in early 2018).
- Kiss Him, Not Me (Live-Action Film): Released in 2020.
Completionist Order#
If you want to see every piece of content produced, including extras:
- Kiss Him, Not Me (Manga): Start with the original 2013 serialization for the full context.
- Kiss Him, Not Me (Anime): Experience the 2016 adaptation.
- Special Side Story Chapter: Read the manga’s special side story released in June 2018.
- Kiss Him, Not Me (Live-Action Film): The 2020 movie adaptation.
Best Order for Source Material Lovers#
If you don’t mind reading and want the most comprehensive story experience, we recommend starting with the manga from the beginning. This allows you to experience the full character development and the complete conclusion that the manga provides, using the anime as a high-quality visual supplement to the written story.
Kiss Him, Not Me • manga • 2013-04-13 (serialized in <i>Bessatsu Friend</i>)
└─(adaptation)→ Kiss Him, Not Me • anime • 2016-10-06
