Welcome to Is The Anime Finished?#
If you are looking to dive into the chaotic world of high school delinquents, you have likely come across Kyō kara Ore wa!! (also known as Today, It’s My Turn!! or Due come noi!!). Before you commit your time, let’s break down exactly what you are getting into and whether the story reaches a satisfying conclusion.
What is Kyō kara Ore wa!! About?#
The story follows Takashi, a boy who decides to leave his “goody-goody” reputation behind after moving to a new neighborhood. In a bid to reinvent himself as a punk, he visits a barber for a bleached perm. While there, he meets another student, Itou, who is simultaneously attempting the same transformation with a spiked haircut.
Both boys transfer to the same school with the singular goal of becoming feared delinquents. Instead of becoming rivals, they form an unlikely friendship and navigate the treacherous waters of school hierarchy together. If you enjoy comedies centered on school-life antics and the trope of the “misunderstood delinquent,” this is a perfect fit for you.
If you’re ready to start the journey, you can watch the anime on Prime Video.
Is the Anime Really Finished?#
When asking if the anime is “finished,” it’s important to look at the relationship between the animation and the source material. The anime is an adaptation of the original manga that ran from 1988 to 1990.
While the anime provides a great introduction to Takashi and Itou’s antics, those seeking the most comprehensive version of the story should look toward the source material. To ensure you don’t miss any of the original narrative beats, we highly recommend buying the manga.
Recommended Watch and Read Order#
Depending on how much of a completionist you are, there are a few ways to experience this series. You can refer to the relationship tree provided below this article for a visual guide to the adaptations.
The Release Order If you want to experience the series as the general public did over the decades, start with the anime released in 1992.
The Completionist Order For those who want every bit of content, we suggest starting with the original manga (1988-1990) to get the full story, followed by the 1992 anime adaptation.
The “Source-First” Path If you don’t mind reading, the manga is the definitive version of the story. After completing the manga, you can watch the anime to see the characters come to life.
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Other Useful Information#
Beyond the anime and manga, Kyō kara Ore wa!! has remained popular in Japan, as evidenced by its continued presence in animation DVD and Blu-ray rankings. There has also been significant interest in live-action adaptations, with films released and trailers streamed as recently as 2019 and 2020.
If you’ve fallen in love with the series and want to bring a piece of it home, you can buy Kyō kara Ore wa!! merchandise here.
Kyō kara Ore wa!! • manga • 1988-08 to 1990-07 (Shonen Sunday Zōkan, Sep 1988 - Aug 1990)
└─(adaptation)→ Kyō kara Ore wa!! • anime • 1992
