What is Nyankoi?#
Nyankoi (also known as Nyan Koi!) is a romantic comedy that blends school life with a supernatural twist. The story follows Junpei Kōsaka, a second-year high school student who has a significant problem: he despises cats and is allergic to them. This creates a complicated dynamic with his crush, Kaede Mizuno, who absolutely adores cats.
Junpei’s life takes a strange turn after he accidentally stains a neko-jizō-sama (a guardian deity of cats). This mishap grants him the ability to understand the speech of cats—including his own grumpy family cat, Nyamusasu. However, this gift comes with a catch: if Junpei cannot grant 100 wishes from cats, he will be transformed into a cat himself.
If you’re interested in diving into this chaotic feline-filled world, you can watch the anime on Prime Video.
Is the Anime Really Finished?#
When asking “Is the anime finished?”, it is important to understand the relationship between the source material and the screen adaptation. Nyankoi began as a manga serialized in the web magazine Flex Comix Blood in 2007, and the anime adaptation followed in 2009.
Because the anime is an adaptation of the manga, those who watch only the series may find themselves wanting more. For a complete experience and to see how the story progresses beyond the anime’s run, we highly recommend buying the manga to fill in the gaps and find a more satisfying conclusion.
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Audience and Appeal: Who Should Watch Nyankoi?#
Nyankoi is best suited for viewers who enjoy the following:
- Romantic Comedies: The tension between Junpei’s allergies/dislike of cats and Kaede’s love for them provides a classic comedic foundation.
- Harem and School Settings: The series leans into common harem tropes set within a high school environment.
- Animal Lovers (and Haters): The premise of communicating with ill-tempered cats adds a layer of whimsy and humor to the plot.
Whether you are a fan of the “unlikely circumstances” trope or just want a lighthearted show about cats, this is a great pick. While you’re at it, you can check out some Nyankoi merchandise to show your support for the series.
Recommended Watch and Read Order#
Depending on your goals, here are the best ways to experience Nyankoi. For specific details on how these versions connect, please refer to the relationship tree provided below the article.
The Release Order#
If you want to experience the series as it was released to the public:
- Manga (Started 2007)
- Anime (Aired 2009)
The Completionist Order#
For those who want every bit of content, including the English dubs and physical releases mentioned in recent news, we suggest:
- Anime (To get a visual and auditory feel for the characters)
- Manga (To ensure no plot points from the original serialization are missed)
For Those Who Mind Continuing with Source Material#
If you are happy to jump between mediums to get the full story, starting with the anime is a great way to determine if you enjoy the chemistry of the characters before committing to the longer read of the manga.
Nyankoi • manga • 2007-08-10 (serialized in web magazine Flex Comix Blood)
└─(adaptation)→ Nyan Koi! • anime • 2009-10-01 to 2009-12-17
