Is the anime really finished?#
When deciding whether to commit to Ushinawareta Mirai wo Motomete (also known as In Search of the Lost Future), the first question is usually whether the story concludes within the anime.
The anime aired in 2014, but it is based on a manga that began serialization earlier, in February 2012. Because there is a pre-existing source material and a subsequent manga adaptation that ran from October 2014 to October 2015, viewers who want the most comprehensive version of the story may find it necessary to explore the written material.
If you are looking to dive into the story, you can buy the manga here to see how it compares to the animated version.
Audience and Appeal#
Based on the available data, In Search of the Lost Future has seen distribution across various platforms over the years, including streaming on Funimation, Crunchyroll, and Muse Asia. This indicates a steady interest in the series within the anime community.
Since the series is adapted from a manga and features a dedicated adaptation cycle, it is best suited for fans who enjoy stories with strong ties to their source material and those who appreciate the transition between different media formats. If you love collecting, you can also find official merchandise here.
Recommended Watch and Read Order#
Depending on how much of the universe you want to experience, there are several ways to approach this series. Please refer to the relationship tree below the article for a visual breakdown of these connections.
Release Order#
For those who want to experience the series as it was released to the public:
- Original Manga (Started February 2012)
- Anime (Aired October 2014)
- Manga Adaptation (October 2014 – October 2015)
Recommended Order for Newcomers#
If you prefer the visual medium first, we recommend starting with the anime. Once you have finished the episodes, you can move to the original manga to fill in any gaps or experience the story’s origins.
Completionist Order#
For the true completionist, the best path is to read the original 2012 manga, watch the 2014 anime, and then read the manga adaptation that ran through 2015. This ensures you see every iteration of the narrative.
Source Material Path#
If you don’t mind skipping the anime or using it as a supplement, starting and ending with the manga provides the most direct route to the story’s conclusion.
Useful Information for Viewers#
If you are searching for where to watch the series, it has historically been available on several streaming services. You can check for the anime on Prime Video (which collaborates with Crunchyroll in certain regions).
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Ushinawareta Mirai wo Motomete • manga • 2012-02-23
└─(related)→ In Search of the Lost Future • anime • 2014-10-04
└─(adaptation)→ Ushinawareta Mirai wo Motomete • manga • 2014-10-27 to 2015-10-27 (Comic Alive, Dec 2014 - Dec 2015)
