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Is Omae wa Mada Gunma o Shiranai Finished? Guide to the Reiwa Version and Manga

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Is the Anime Really Finished?
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If you are wondering whether Omae wa Mada Gunma o Shiranai (also known as You Don’t Know Gunma Yet) has reached its conclusion, the answer depends on whether you are looking at the source material or the screen.

The original manga serialization ended on May 31, 2019, spanning 11 volumes. However, the anime adaptation is an ongoing project in a unique way. While an initial anime aired in 2018, a new “Light Anime” called the Reiwa version is scheduled to premiere in January 2026.

Because the manga is complete, the overarching story has a definitive end. However, if you only watch the anime adaptations, you may find yourself wanting more of the detailed regional humor and plot points found in the original text. To get the full, satisfying conclusion of Nori Kamitsuki’s journey, we highly recommend buying the manga.

What to Expect: Themes and Appeal
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Omae wa Mada Gunma o Shiranai is a pure comedy that centers on the culture clash and regional pride of Japan. The story follows Nori Kamitsuki, who moves from Chiba Prefecture to a fictionalized version of Gunma Prefecture. Having only seen Gunma’s “fearsome reputation” online, Kamitsuki is quickly introduced to the locals who possess an intense, overwhelming love for their prefecture’s culture.

This series is best suited for viewers who enjoy:

  • Regional Satire: The humor stems from the exaggerated traits of Gunma.
  • Fish-out-of-water Scenarios: Watching an outsider navigate a strange new environment.
  • Lighthearted Comedy: A focus on cultural quirks rather than heavy drama.

If this sounds like your kind of show, you can watch the anime on Prime Video.

Recommended Watch and Read Order#

Navigating the different versions of this series can be a bit confusing, but we’ve broken it down based on your goals. For a visual representation of how these entries connect, please refer to the relationship tree below the article.

The Release Order
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If you want to experience the series as it was released to the public:

  1. You Don’t Know Gunma Yet (2018 Anime)
  2. You don’t know Gunma yet.: Reiwa version (January 2026 Anime)

The Completionist Order
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For those who want every single piece of content, including the source material and extras:

  1. Omae wa Mada Gunma o Shiranai (Manga)
  2. You Don’t Know Gunma Yet (2018 Anime)
  3. You don’t know Gunma yet.: Reiwa version (2026 Anime)
  4. Smartphone Game (Released in 2018)

The “Source-Friendly” Order
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If you prefer to get the gist of the story via anime before diving into the details of the manga:

  1. You Don’t Know Gunma Yet (2018 Anime)
  2. Omae wa Mada Gunma o Shiranai (Manga) to fill in the gaps and reach the end of the story.
  3. You don’t know Gunma yet.: Reiwa version (2026 Anime) as a supplementary experience.

Additional Useful Information
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For fans looking to dive deeper into the world of Gunma, keep an eye out for the Reiwa version streaming on Remow’s ‘It’s Anime’ FAST Channel starting in March 2026. If you’ve fallen in love with the characters and the chaotic energy of the prefecture, you might also want to browse for official merchandise.

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Omae wa Mada Gunma o Shiranai • manga • 2013-10-25 to 2019-05-31 (serialized on Kurage Bunch)
  └─(adaptation)→  You Don't Know Gunma Yet • anime • 2018-04-02
  └─(adaptation)→  You don't know Gunma yet.: Reiwa version • anime • 2026-01-10

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