Overview: A Cozy Mystery and a New Pet#
If you are looking for something lighthearted and heartwarming, With You and the Rain (also known as Ame to Kimi to) is a fantastic choice. This comedy and slice-of-life series follows a woman who discovers a mysterious animal in a box during a rainy evening. The creature actually wrote its own adoption request on the box, and while the woman is convinced she has adopted a dog, the animal’s behavior leaves her questioning his true identity.
If you’re ready to dive into this charming story, you can watch the anime on Prime Video.
Is the Anime Really Finished?#
When deciding whether to commit to a series, the biggest question is usually whether the anime provides a complete story. With You and the Rain is an adaptation of a manga that began serialization in August 2020.
Because the anime premiered much later (July 5, 2025), it serves as an entry point into the world of Fuji and Kimi. Whether the anime provides a fully satisfying conclusion depends on how much of the source material was covered. For those who want the full experience and every detail of their peaceful new life together, continuing with the original manga is highly recommended. You can buy the manga here to see where the story began.
Audience and Appeal#
With You and the Rain is best suited for viewers who enjoy “iyashikei” (healing) style content. Its primary appeal lies in its combination of:
- Comedy: The humor stems from the misunderstanding regarding the pet’s species.
- Slice of Life: The focus is on the peaceful, everyday interactions between the woman and her companion.
- Mystery: The lingering question of whether the pet is actually a dog adds a layer of intrigue to the relaxing atmosphere.
If you enjoy these kinds of low-stress, high-charm stories, this series is a perfect fit for your watchlist. If you’ve enjoyed the show, consider supporting our site on Ko-fi to help us keep investigating more anime!
Recommended Watch and Read Order#
To make the most of the series, we have outlined the best paths based on your preferences. You can 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 the general public did:
- The Anime (2025): Start here to enjoy the voice acting and animation that brought the characters to life.
Completionist Order#
For fans who want every bit of content in the order it was created:
- The Manga (2020): Read the original serialization first.
- The Anime (2025): Watch the adaptation to see the story animated.
The “Best of Both Worlds” Order#
If you don’t mind jumping between mediums to get the story moving:
- The Anime (2025): Get a feel for the characters and the world.
- The Manga (2020): Pick up the manga to fill in any gaps or continue the story beyond the anime’s ending.
Extra Goodies#
Beyond the show and the books, fans of the series often look for ways to bring the cozy vibes into their own homes. You can find official merchandise here to celebrate your favorite mysterious “dog.”
With You and the Rain • manga • 2020-08-17 (serialized in Young Magazine, 2020 #38)
└─(adaptation)→ With You and the Rain • anime • 2025-07-05
